How to download and install a macOS update

Open System Preferences (you can click on the Apple logo in the menu to find it). Click on Software Update. Your computer will check for updates, and show that an update is available for your Mac. Click on Upgrade Now to download the installer for the new version of macOS.

1. Why won't my Mac download the new update?
2. How do I update my Mac to latest version?
3. How do I manually download Apple updates?
4. Can you update macOS for free?
5. Can a Mac be too old to update?
6. What do I do if my Mac won't update?
7. What is the latest version for Mac?
8. How do I manually update my Mac?
9. Why cant I update my Mac to Catalina?
10. How do I force an app to update?
11. How do I force iOS 14 to update?
12. How can I update my iphone 4 to iOS 9?

Why won't my Mac download the new update?

Make sure there is enough space to download and install an update. If not, you may see error messages. To see if your computer has enough room to store the update, go to the Apple menu > About This Mac and click the Storage tap. ... Make sure that you have an Internet connection to update your Mac.

How do I update my Mac to latest version?

How to update the software on your Mac

1. Choose System Preferences from the Apple menu , then click Software Update to check for updates.
2. If any updates are available, click the Update Now button to install them. ...
3. When Software Update says that your Mac is up to date, the installed version of macOS and all of its apps are also up to date.

How do I manually download Apple updates?

Plug your device into power and connect to the Internet with Wi-Fi. Go to Settings > General, then tap Software Update. Tap Download and Install. If a message asks to temporarily remove apps because the software needs more space for the update, tap Continue or Cancel.

Can you update macOS for free?

The latest version of macOS is macOS 11.0 Big Sur, which Apple released on November 12, 2020. Apple releases a new major version roughly once every year. These upgrades are free and are available in the Mac App Store.

Can a Mac be too old to update?

Apple said that would run happily on a late 2009 or later MacBook or iMac, or a 2010 or later MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, Mac mini or Mac Pro. ... This means that if your Mac is older than 2012 it won't officially be able to run Catalina or Mojave.

What do I do if my Mac won't update?

If you're positive that the Mac isn't still working on updating your software then run through the following steps:

1. Shut down, wait a few seconds, then restart your Mac. ...
2. Go to System Preferences > Software Update. ...
3. Check the Log screen to see if files are being installed. ...
4. Try installing the Combo update. ...
5. Reset the NVRAM.

What is the latest version for Mac?

Which macOS version is the latest?

How do I manually update my Mac?

Check for Mac updates manually

To download macOS software updates, choose Apple menu > System Preferences, then click Software Update. Tip: You can also click the Apple menu — the number of available updates, if any, is shown next to System Preferences. Choose System Preferences to continue.

Why cant I update my Mac to Catalina?

The macOS Catalina installation may also fail if you do not have enough storage space available on your Mac. ... There is not enough free space on Macintosh HD to install. Quit the installer to restart your computer and try again.” As stated above, you need at least 12.5 GB free space available on your Mac.

How do I force an app to update?

Update Android apps manually

1. Open the Google Play Store app .
2. Tap Menu Manage apps & devices.
3. Apps with an update available are labeled "Update available." You can also search for a specific app.
4. Tap Update.

How do I force iOS 14 to update?

Install iOS 14 or iPadOS 14

Make sure your device is plugged in and connected to the Internet with Wi-Fi. Then follow these steps: Go to Settings > General > Software Update. Tap Download and Install.

How can I update my iphone 4 to iOS 9?

Install iOS 9 directly

1. Make sure you have a good amount of battery life left. ...
2. Tap the Settings app on your iOS device.
3. Tap General.
4. You'll probably see that Software Update has a badge. ...
5. A screen appears, telling you that iOS 9 is available to install.