How To Check For Updates Macos Mojave

macOS Mojave doesn't introduce a lot of changes to the Mac user experience, dark mode aside. But one major difference between macOS Mojave and every version of the system released since 2011 is that, outside of the initial update from macOS High Sierra, updates for Mojave aren't handled by the Mac App Store. Instead, when you want to update past macOS 10.14, you'll do so through System Preferences.

So, if you want to download and install the recently-released macOS 10.14.1, you'll head to the new Software Updates pane in System Preference. Here's exactly what you need to do.

To update Mojave, you need to open System Preferences and click the new Software Update button to install system updates. (You can also get to this same spot by clicking the Apple icon in the. Jun 08, 2018 That said, it is still fairly easy to access and check for software updates and this is how you can do that: Click on the Apple logo on the top left corner of your desktop and then click on “System Preferences”. Now, locate the new “Software Update” option and click on it.

How to check for software updates in macOS Mojave

  1. Open System Preferences on your Mac.

  2. Click Software Updates.

  3. Click Update Now if an update is available and you want to update your Mac at that moment.

How to have macOS Mojave automatically download and install software updates

  1. Open System Preferences on your Mac.

  2. Click Software Updates.

  3. Click Advanced.

  4. Click the checkboxes to enable or disable automatic update checks and downloading, automatic macOS update installation, automatic app update installation, and automatic installation of system data files and security updates.

  5. Click OK.

Questions?

If you've got any additional questions about checking for software updates on macOS Mojave, let us know in the comments.

How To Check For Updates Macos MojaveMacos

macOS Catalina

Main

We may earn a commission for purchases using our links. Learn more.

Up and up

Analyst says iPhone 12 will cost more even without charger and headphones

Jeff Pu, an analyst at Chinese research firm GF Securities, predicts that Apple will raise the price of the iPhone 12 by at least $50.

How to get updates for macOS Mojave or later

If you've upgraded to macOS Mojave or later, follow these steps to keep it up to date:

  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. Or click ”More info” to see details about each update and select specific updates to install.
  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. That includes Safari, iTunes, Books, Messages, Mail, Calendar, Photos, and FaceTime.

How To Check For Updates

To find updates for iMovie, Garageband, Pages, Numbers, Keynote, and other apps that were downloaded separately from the App Store, open the App Store on your Mac, then click the Updates tab.

To automatically install macOS updates in the future, including apps that were downloaded separately from the App Store, select ”Automatically keep my Mac up to date.” Your Mac will notify you when updates require it to restart, so you can always choose to install those later.

How to get updates for earlier macOS versions

If you're using an earlier macOS, such as macOS High Sierra, Sierra, El Capitan, or earlier,* follow these steps to keep it up to date:

How To Check For Updates Macos Mojave Ca

  1. Open the App Store app on your Mac.
  2. Click Updates in the App Store toolbar.
  3. Use the Update buttons to download and install any updates listed.
  4. When the App Store shows no more updates, the installed version of macOS and all of its apps are up to date. That includes Safari, iTunes, iBooks, Messages, Mail, Calendar, Photos, and FaceTime. Later versions may be available by upgrading your macOS.

To automatically download updates in the future, choose Apple menu  > System Preferences, click App Store, then select ”Download newly available updates in the background.” Your Mac will notify you when updates are ready to install.

How To Check For Virus On Mac Os Mojave


* If you're using OS X Lion or Snow Leopard, get OS X updates by choosing Apple menu  > Software Update.

Macos 10.14 Mojave Download

How to get updates for iOS

Learn how to update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch to the latest version of iOS.

How To Check For Updates Macos Mojave Ca

Learn more

How To Check For Updates Macos Mojave On Mac

  • Learn how to upgrade to the latest version of macOS.
  • Find out which macOS your Mac is using.
  • You can redownload apps that you previously downloaded from the App Store.
  • Your Mac doesn't automatically download large updates when it's using a Personal Hotspot.