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SMALL STEPS. USEFUL SKILLS.

Check for a software update

Install available security and system improvements.

Huawei · HarmonyOSAbout 4 minutes6 steps · 6 with pictures
Follow along on your device

Use the pictures where shown. Follow the short instructions between them.

STEP 1 OF 6

Prepare the device

Connect to Wi-Fi and plug into power if the battery is low.

FOLLOW ALONG ON YOUR SCREEN01
Example Before updating screen with Wi-Fi connected highlighted.
Your screen may look slightly different
Take your time. There’s no rush.
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STEP 1

Prepare the device

Connect to Wi-Fi and plug into power if the battery is low.

Example Before updating screen with Wi-Fi connected highlighted.
Step 1

STEP 2

Open Settings

Tap the Settings app (the grey cog).

Example screen with open settings highlighted.
Step 2

STEP 3

Tap System & updates

Scroll down and tap System & updates.

Example Settings screen with System & updates highlighted.
Step 3

STEP 4

Open Software update

Select Software update.

Example System & updates screen with Software update highlighted.
Step 4

STEP 5

Tap Check for updates

Tap Check for updates. If an update is found, follow the on-screen button to download it.

Example Software update screen with Check for updates highlighted.
Step 5

STEP 6

Install when ready

Follow the on-screen message. The device may restart, so save anything you are working on first.

Example Update ready screen with Install now highlighted.
Step 6

IF SOMETHING LOOKS DIFFERENT

A little help along the way.

Your menus may look different after an update. Look for the same control name and take your time.

I cannot find that option+

Check that this guide covers your device and software. If the names do not match, use the manufacturer’s instructions linked below for your model.

I need to go back a step+

Use Previous step or select a step number above. This changes the guide only; it does not undo anything on your device.

Are these pictures of my device?+

They are example screens showing exactly where to tap. Your names, apps, wallpaper and layout may look a little different, but the options you need are the same. Some pictures show what you should see after a step.

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