How to update apps on your Android device
- Marc Mitchell
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You can update your Android apps and the Play Store app one at a time, all together, or automatically. Updating your apps to the latest version gives you access to the latest features and improves app security and stability.
Instructions - How to update an Android app manually
Open the Google Play Store app .
At the top right, tap the profile icon.
Tap Manage apps & device. Apps with an update available are labeled "Update available."
Tap Update.
Instructions - How to update all Android apps automatically
Open the Google Play Store app.
At the top right, tap the profile icon.
Tap Settings Network Preferences Auto-update apps.
Select an option:
Over any network to update apps using either Wi-Fi or mobile data.
Over Wi-Fi only to update apps only when connected to Wi-Fi.
Note: If an account on your device has a sign-in error, apps may not update automatically.
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