The Google Chrome browser is set to automatically update itself to the latest version – if you restart it, that is. Most people probably close out of it and relaunch it every day or few days. However, there are some (including me) who leave it open for days or even weeks with 50 tabs open, and we miss the updates.
I realized this was the case yesterday when I read about Google’s new “conversational search” feature. You can only use it with the latest version of Chrome.
Update Google Chrome – Option 1
To manually update to the latest version click the Options > Help > About Google Chrome.
There you’ll see the current version you’re running and that an update is available. Click Relaunch, and you’ll be running the latest version in no time.
Update Google Chrome – Option 2
1 – A quick shortcut to the above process is to just type: chrome://chrome/ into the URL address bar.
2 – This will take you to the Chrome About page. If an update is needed, just click Relaunch.
Thanks to Dan in our comments section for this second option!
sir
when i open the about box
the message appear
update disabled by administrator
but i didn’t do that
and now i don’t know how to fix it
same when i open the about box
the message appear
update failed (error:1)
my chrome is old and in about it says [error 7] now, what can i do?
if Chrome says “Updates are disabled by the administrator”. This is caused by an error in your registry, and can be quickly fixed.
1.Press ⊞ Win+R and type regedit.
2.Use the folder tree on the left to navigate to:
3.HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESOFTWAREPoliciesGoogleUpdate
4.Double-click the “Update Default” item.
5.Change the “Value data” field to “1” and press OK.
6.Restart Google Chrome
Page is waaaay to busy to follow, making any constructive effort on your part, at least in my opinion, worthless. Sorry. You have come upon an honest man. They are no longer produced for the past two generations.
I would, honestly, like to know, in a way someone from my generation would understand….which people under 50 CANNOT SEEM TO COMPREHEND….how to MANUALLY update google chrome in my Windows XP computer.
Remember: KEEP IT SIMPLE STUPID. That is KEEP IT SIMPLE STUPID. KISS
Thank you.
Making it as simple as possible (I’m over 60, BTW), you cannot update Chrome on a Windows XP computer. As of November 2015, Google is no longer supporting or providing Chrome updates, for the XP, Vista, and MAC OS X 10.6, 10.7, and 10.8 operating systems as these system have reached EOF (tech speak for End Of Life). Perhaps you should consider a modern O/S as companies stopping support for obsolete systems will only continue to grow.
I know they no longer support Vista, so I am pretty sure that they no longer support XP either.
Sorry you were not able to follow it. Tried it keep it simple. 😉
try uninstalling google chrome completely, by going to control panel, program and features and then click google chrome and unintall. after it’s done go to Internet explorer to search google chrome from it’s official site and download the latest version from ther
Can you update on your phone?
One your mobile, you should just use the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store. More than likely, your mobile is probably set to auto-update.
try this:
chrome://chrome
in the address bar
Yes, that works also.
Nice find. I see you found the — chrome://chrome-urls/ link with all the power user chrome options. 😉
My Google Chrome is up to date …. 🙂
Thanks Dear !
Anytime! Glad we could help.
I know chrome is no longer supported on Vista I have got the message loud and clear. How do I now stop that annoying yellow bar that jumps across my screen each time I boot up?????????
Windows 7 computer system, I’ve hit relaunch numerous times, still won’t update. I’m worried if I Uninstall the Google Chrome and reinstall it, that it will not be compatible? Any suggestions as what to do?
What version are you on? Might be you’re on the latest build. Last resort – sure, just uninstall and add it again. The download from Google should be the latest build.
My browser(chrome 56) has been ‘damaged’ by virus. How do I remove the viruses?
What OS are you running? Mac or Windows?
Either way – you can always start with Malwarebytes – https://www.groovypost.com/out/malwarebytes/
You can click “Home” at the top and grab a home version for free.
Let me know.
-S
thank you my google chrome is update
Chrome://help also gets you to the About screen to check for updates.
Thank you.
Very Nice Trick.
My Chrome browser was taking too much time when I opened more tabs & the reason was I was using an outdated version of the Chrome & since I followed the above the trick & restarted my Laptop, it’s now loading too faster.
Lately Chrome does not keep up with my typing – i.e., somehow, the cursor loses focus in the window I’m typing in and half of what I just typed was for naught!?! Anyone else experiencing this symptom?
And thanks for your recognition for my previous reply – not necessary but certainly appreciated!
Dan
update chrome apps
Thank You For that. Very clear and precise instructions. Great for people like me aren’t that computer savvy. 🙂
You’re very welcome John. Thanks for the feedback. Glad it worked for ya (and welcome to groovyPost)!
-Steve