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• Steps
• Advice
• Warning

This article shows you how to install the latest version of the Android operating system. The easiest way to update Android is to connect your device to Wi-Fi and use the Settings app to find and activate the update, but you can also use the Android manufacturer's computer software to master the update. perform the update.

Steps

Method 1 of 2: Using Settings

1. 

   in the upper right corner the menu is currently displayed.
   • On some Android devices, you need to swipe down from the top with two fingers.

2. 

   
   
   (on Windows) or Spotlight

   

   (on Mac) and click or double-click the name of the program in the search results.

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   Find and click on the option Update (Update). The location for this option will vary from software to software.
   • For example, in Samsung Kies, you must first click on the menu Tools (Tools) and click Update (Update).

4. 

   
   
   Select the update file when asked. Click the update file you want to download to select it, and then click Open (Open) to confirm.
   • Perhaps you need to click the button first Choose file (Select file) or Browse (Browse) to select the update file.

5. 

   Follow the instructions on the screen. The installation process will vary by software and Android model; so, please follow the on-screen requests until the update starts.
   • Keep the connection between the Android device and the computer until the update is completed.
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Advice

• Always back up data on Android before you install a new update.

Warning

• Not all Android devices get the same version of an operating system update at the same time. If another Android manufacturer offers an update, but you don't see an update for your device, be patient.