Windows 8 build 7997

Windows 8 build 7997 is a Milestone 3 build of Windows 8. This build was leaked on 2020-05-29 in the x64 architecture.

Redpill
Metro in this build is fairly similar to build 7989. The on-taskbar user tile, a feature since build 7791, still exists and works now without Redpill, and the Charms bar is still white. However, this build still showcases evolution from 7989. The two ColorSets present within build 7989 have been expanded to a full set of 23, which could be changed either via the OOBE or from the registry. The applications folder also isn't available, and Immersive Reader works. There are new transition effects when switching from the Start screen to desktop and vice-versa. The "VanUI" placeholder was replaced by a functional network charm. Lock screen wallpapers made their first appearance in this build. It is now possible to use a picture password. Lastly, the Start screen tiles now have a gradient style, rather than a flat style.

Bugs

 * To install or run this build in VMware Workstation, you must set the hardware compatibility to versions 8.x or 9.x; otherwise, a partially garbled system crash message will occur.
 * The boot screen has rendering issues when starting setup, showing both the copying files and boot screen at once.

Start screen

 * Similar to build 7989, you have the option to uninstall the desktop from the Start screen.
 * Desktop is somehow referred to as Desktop.Ink on the Start screen.