By default, the popular Google Chrome browser is set to update in automatic background mode (silent installation occurs when the browser is restarted), however, if desired, you can run this procedure manually... Immediately, we note that this can be done for free and is very simple.
If you haven't restarted your browser for a long time (starting from 2 days and more) and at the same time new updates have been released by Chrome, then the button Menu with three dashes in the upper right will change its color green (more than 2 days), orange (4), red (7).
If you click on this button, you will see the item there Refresh GoogleChrome.
New updates are released infrequently (on average once every 2-3 months), so you can rarely see this button.
After pressing this button and restart the browser will update to the most actual... The current version will differ in stability, security, performance and increased functionality for the user in comparison with the previous ones. 
In earlier versions, instead of a button with three strokes, a button with vertical ellipsis.
After clicking it, select " About Google Chrome"- automatic check and installation will start, then restart Chrome. After restarting, all open tabs will be saved, they can be easily restored.
Smartphone browser update
On a smartphone or tablet, Google Chrome should also update automatically... If, nevertheless, this did not happen, you can verify availability of updates and install them if necessary. How to do this for different operating systems will be discussed below.
Android
Discover Play Market... Click on the menu button on the left - My apps and games.
Select " There are updates". Find in the list Chromiumif it is there, install it. 
Note if the administrator of the gadget you are using established a ban to update Chrome, this feature will not be available. Also note that some new features will not be available for certain outdated gadgets (from OS to Android 4.0).
We use iOS
Run AppStore... There is a button at the bottom Updates - click on it. Among the available, select updates for Chrome - Refresh... You may need to provide your password for Apple ID, after which the new version of the browser will be downloaded and installed. 
By the way, if you do not have this application, you can find and download it in iTunes.
Check the current version and check for updates
You can find out which version of the browser is currently being used, and how to check if there are new updates in the menu item About the Google Chrome browser... In some versions, it may be a sub-item of the section reference
By updating Google Chrome to the latest version, you will get access to all functions and services implemented by the developers of Google. You will also receive a guarantee that your personal data is protected by the latest versions of the security programs built into your browser. All of these benefits of updating Chrome apply to both your computer and your phone or tablet.
Find out the current browser version
If you want to know which version of the browser is installed on your device at the moment, refer to its parameters. The search procedures for the version in the mobile and desktop versions of the browser are slightly different.
On Windows
To check your Chrome version on a Windows computer, follow these steps:
On Android and iOS
To check your Chrome version on your Android or iOS phone or tablet, follow these steps:
- Expand the browser menu by clicking on the icon in the form of three dots located in one column. Go to "Settings".
Open the section "Settings"
- Scroll the list of settings to the end. Expand the section "About the Chrome browser".
Open the section "About the Chrome browser"
- On the open page, you will see information about the browser version used.
For version information, see About Chrome
Updating the browser
The update process is different for desktop and mobile devices. But in any case, you need an internet connection.
On the computer
To update Chrome on your computer, go to the "About" section (how to do this is described in the section "Finding the current browser version in Windows"). The browser will automatically start the diagnostic process and tell you if you are using the current version or newer releases are already available.
Browser automatically looks for updates
If updates are available, a button will appear to begin the download and installation process.
Video: how to update Google Chrome manually
On an Android device
All applications, including the Chrome browser, are updated on the Android operating system using the built-in Play Market.
- Find the Play Market app on your device. It is natively present on all Android devices and cannot be removed.
Open the Play Market application
- Once in the store, expand the menu and select "My Apps and Games". It contains a list of applications installed on your device.
Open the section "My applications and games"
- Find Google Chrome among the programs and click on the "Update" button opposite it. If this button is not present, then the latest version of the browser is installed and there are no updates available yet.
Click the "Update" button opposite Chrome, if it is active
On an iOS device
All applications, including the Chrome browser, are updated on the iOS operating system using the built-in App Store. The official and current version of the browser can only be obtained in it.
Updating plugins
Plugins are mini-programs that provide support for certain extensions or functions of both the browser itself and the sites that open through it. Many plugins are built into the browser by default. At the same time, Chrome has an official store where you can download additional plugins that extend the capabilities of the browser.
Both built-in and external plugins update automatically when the browser itself is updated. That is, if you want to get the latest version of all extensions, update Chrome (how to do this is described in the section "Updating the browser").
Flash player update
Flash player is a plugin responsible for playing media elements: pictures, videos, music. It differs from other plugins in that it is not built into Chrome, but is a separate program. Any browsers running on the computer automatically start using it, so it must always be installed and updated.
After the update is completed, you will receive a message about the successful completion of the operation.
Video: how to update Flash Player
Solving problems with installing updates
There is a chance that when you try to install the latest version of the browser on your computer, an error will appear that abnormally interrupts the process. A similar problem does not occur on Android and iOS, since there the installation of updates is strictly controlled by the Play Market and App Store.
If a problem occurs, you should restart your browser (close it and open it again) and try again. If this does not help, restart the computer - all processes will start over and, perhaps, this will eliminate the conflict that has arisen.
If none of the above methods helped, then the browser files are corrupted. It will take a long time to try to restore them manually, so it is recommended to reinstall the browser: firstly, you will solve the problem with the update, and secondly, you will immediately get the latest version of Chrome.
To perform a reinstallation, you must first uninstall the browser and then install it again. In this case, personal data (saved passwords and logins) will not be lost, since when erased, the browser leaves in the computer memory a folder containing user data. He does this precisely so that the user, having installed Chrome again, can automatically restore the information entered earlier:
- Expand the control panel. You can find it using the system search bar.
Download Chrome and reinstall it
Updating the browser on both the computer and on the Android or iOS device is necessary in order to gain access to all the technologies built into it and to ensure maximum protection of personal data. You can update Chrome on your computer using the built-in tool, and on mobile devices via the official store. Computer users need to remember to update the Flash Player plugin, the rest of the plugins are updated automatically.
Google Chrome is automatically updated as soon as a new version is released - we care about the security of your data. However, the appearance and controls of the browser may change.
Check for updates
Typically the browser is refreshed in the background upon restart. If you haven't closed Chrome for a long time, your version may be out of date. Here's how to check it:
To update Google Chrome, follow these steps:
Opened tabs and windows will be saved in the browser and will automatically open when it is restarted. Incognito windows will not be reopened. If you want to restart your browser later, click Not now... The update will be performed on the next launch.
Additional Information
How to find out the current browser version and check for updates
A page will open with the current version number at the top. When you navigate to this page, Chrome will automatically check for updates.
To apply updates, click Restart.
Additional information for macOS, Linux and Windows 8 users
- macOS. If Google Chrome is installed in the Applications folder, you can set it to update automatically for all users. Open the About Google Chrome Browser page and click Update Chrome for all users.
- Linux. Use a package manager to update Google Chrome.
- Windows 8. To apply updates, close all Chrome windows and tabs on your desktop, then restart your browser.
Related Articles
- If you run into problems during the update, please refer to this article.
- Checking for updates in Google Chrome is done using the Google Update process.
- Using a Chrome device at work or school? If the administrator of the device you are using has prevented updating Chrome, this option will not be available to you. More details
By default, Google Chrome is updated automatically on a computer without user intervention. The browser itself periodically requests a new version on the developer's server, and if there is one, downloads it. But the user can update Google Chrome to the latest version by himself by activating the standard option in his menu.
First of all, you need to update Google Chrome for security purposes. When the browser kernel is updated, vulnerabilities and potential threats in the code are eliminated through patches. Other innovations come with an update: in functionality, interface design.
This article will guide you on how to update Google Chrome on PC and Android. You will also learn from it about how the page auto-update is configured and how the plugin update is manually loaded.
Update
On Windows
To update Google Chrome on a Windows computer or laptop, follow these instructions:
1. Click the "Menu" button (the three-dot icon at the top right).
2. On the menu bar, move the cursor over Help.
3. To update the Google Chrome browser, in the submenu that appears, click "About browser ...".
4. On a new tab, Chrome will be updated to the latest version automatically (it will take a little time to download the update). Upon completion of the procedure, click on the "Restart" button.
Note. The new version of the web browser is also loaded in Russian. You do not need to adjust the interface language additionally.
If the current version of your web browser is still up to date, the message “You are using…. new version ... ".
For those who wish to install the new Chrome "from scratch", and not by updating over the old version, you must perform the following operations:
1. Completely remove the distribution kit and its components using the uninstaller utility (and not the standard OS tools!), For example, Soft Organizer or Revo Uninstaller.
2. In another browser (you can use Internet Explorer), open the page - google.ru/chrome/browser/desktop/.
3. Download and install the latest version (provided by Google Chrome for free and without registration).
On Android devices
To update the Google Chrome browser on smartphones and tablets with Android OS, do this:
- Go to Google Play.
- At the top right, tap the menu icon.
- Go to: My Apps… → Updates available.
- Select a browser from the list and update.
On Apple devices with iOS
- In the App Store, tap the "Updates" option.
- In the catalog of available updates, select Chrome.
- Run the "Update" command.
Attention! The service may ask for account credentials (Apple ID and password).
Auto-update tabs
Automatic updating of browser tabs can be organized in two ways:
Method number 1: standard option
1. In the address bar, enter - chrome: // flags / # automatic-tab-discarding.
2. In the "Automatically delete the contents of tabs" panel, configure auto-update: set the required status of the option (enabled, disabled).
Method number 2: addon Easy Auto Refresh
1. Search the Chrome Web Store for the Easy Auto Refresh add-on and connect it to your browser.
2. When the installation is complete, click the extension's shortcut in the Chrome window.
3. Set the time interval (in seconds) after which the current tab will automatically reload.
4. Click the "Start" button.
5. To disable updates, respectively, click the "Stop" button in the panel.
You can also purchase a paid version of this add-on with advanced functionality:
1. Click "Advanced Options".
2. Click on "Register".
3. On the new page, click "Buy now" and follow all the necessary steps to purchase a paid distribution.
How do I update addons?
All connected addons are updated automatically. Their version is displayed in the panel on the "Extensions" tab, as well as in the information block that opens by clicking the "Details" link.
In some add-ons, manual update of the connected base is available. For example, in the Adblock Plus settings, you can independently update active filter lists.
Use the described solutions, they help to organize a comfortable, safe surfing in Chrome.
Hello dear readers of the blog site. Many of you use different browsers to surf the Internet. However, the most popular today is Google Chrome. Today I want to talk about how to update Google Chrome.
The use of this browser overshadows competing Internet browsers such as Firefox, Opera and Safari. Ease of use, cross-platform sync and hidden updates. These are some of the most important parameters that allow this browser to take a leading position.
Most of the updates are done on autopilot. You don't actually need to do anything other than open and close the browser window. However, there are some exceptions. If you want Google to work fully, then there are some steps to follow.
Schedule Chrome Updates
Google Chrome has a publicly available calendar with estimated launch dates for upcoming updates. For example, Chrome 71 is expected in December.
All files will be downloaded automatically and the next time you open the Google Chrome browser, they will be updated automatically. With so many users, it can take days to weeks to fully download the version. But you can also manually launch and update Google Chrome for free.
How to update Google Chrome browser on a computer
In the event that you do not use your browser for a long time, the updates will not be able to be applied automatically. You can find out when Chrome will have updates by the yellow icon that appears in the upper right corner. If you don't restart your browser, eventually this icon will turn red. This signal will mean that your version is out of date.
If you have configured pending update, click this icon in the right corner. Chrome will inform you what is up to date, or strongly recommend to "restart" the browser.
About Google Chrome
If there is no warning, but you want to know which version you are using, click the three stripes icon in the upper-right corner and choose Help\u003e About Google Chrome.
Google Chrome version
This is where Google Chrome will check for updates, install whatever is available, and tell you which version you are using.
How to update Google Chrome on Apple mobile devices
When it comes to Apple apps, the only way to update is through the App Store. So, if you have the Google Chrome iOS app, open the App Store app and click Updates in the lower right corner of the screen. If Google Chrome appears in the Waiting section, then the update itself has appeared accordingly. Click "Update" next to the icon to start the download process.
For most users of apple technology, it is possible to configure automatic application updates. This feature is available to users of devices starting from iOS 7. To check the status, go to "Settings"\u003e "iTunes & App Store"\u003e "Updates" and turn it on (or off).
How to update Google Chrome browser on Android
Similar to how it works on Apple devices, you need to update your Google Chrome version in the Play Store. After launching the application, tap the menu button consisting of three stripes (in common people I call a hamburger) in the upper left corner of the screen on the search bar and click "My applications and games". If the Google Chrome icon is on the list of pending updates, click the button next to it. However, if it is not included in the list, this does not mean that it is not being updated. Android devices also allow you to update apps,.
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