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SMALL STEPS. USEFUL SKILLS.

Check for a software update

Install available security and system improvements.

Samsung Galaxy · One UIAbout 4 minutes5 steps · 5 with pictures
Follow along on your device

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

STEP 1 OF 5

Open the quick panel

Swipe down from the top of the screen with two fingers.

FOLLOW ALONG ON YOUR SCREEN01
Open the quick panel.
Your screen may look slightly different
Take your time. There’s no rush.
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STEP 1

Open the quick panel

Swipe down from the top of the screen with two fingers.

Open the quick panel.
Step 1

STEP 2

Open Settings

Tap the Settings cog at the top right.

Example Open Settings screen with Settings highlighted.
Step 2

STEP 3

Open Software update

Scroll down and tap Software update.

Example Open Software update screen with Software update highlighted.
Step 3

STEP 4

Check for the update

Tap Download and install. If an update is already downloaded, your screen may offer Install now.

Example Check for the update screen with Download and install highlighted.
Step 4

STEP 5

Install when ready

Read the update details, then choose the install option when ready. Keep the device powered while it installs and restarts.

No available update means there is nothing offered to this device now; it does not prove that it runs the newest Android version available on other phones.

Example Install when ready screen with Install now highlighted.
Step 5

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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