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. Or click “More info” to see details about each update and select specific updates to install. You may be asked to enter your administrator password.
   
3. When Software Update informs you 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, Music, Photos, Books, Messages, Mail, Calendar and FaceTime.
4. To install future updates automatically, including for apps that you've downloaded 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 updates later.

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

• Find out how to get updates for earlier versions of macOS that don't include Software Update preferences.
• You can also use the App Store to update apps or re-download apps that came from the App Store.
• Find out which macOS your Mac is using and how to upgrade to the latest macOS.
• When your Mac is connected to a Personal Hotspot, large updates aren't downloaded automatically.