Open theApple menuin the top left-hand corner of the screen, then clickAbout This Mac.
A window will open showing your Macs operating system information and other vital specs.
SelectSystem Settingsfrom theApple menu.
Go toGeneral>Software Update.
your setup will look for the latest version and prompt you to implement the update if one is available.
Check with Apple to be certain your machine can upgrade to macOS Monterey before attempting the update.
ClickSystem Preferencesfrom the Apple menu.
If you havent upgraded to macOS Big Sur yet, clickUpgrade Nowinstead.
OpenApp Storefrom the Apple menu.
ClickUpdatesin the left sidebar.
If a macOS update is available, clickUpdate.
Youll also be able to download updates for Mac apps on this screen.
The latest version,macOS Sonoma, is compatible with these computers.
Apple regularly releases updates for its Mac operating system, macOS.
Apples software updates frequently fix security vulnerabilities, general bugs and sometimes even add new features.
Heres how to upgrade your Mac to the latest version of macOS it will support:
Launch theApp Store.
Find the version of macOS youd like to download and clickVIEW.
You may need to input your Apple ID/Apple Account password or use Touch ID to confirm.
Once the download is complete, installation should begin automatically.
This can take up to a few hours to complete.
FAQ
you could keep your software updated on a Mac using the App Store.
Open theApplemenu to see if you have any updates available, then selectApp Storeif you do.
Once the App Store opens, selectUpdates.
Select theFindericon in the Dock, then chooseApplications.
Next, drag the software you want to remove to theTrashicon.
Transfer documents, photos, and other files to iCloud to free up storage space.
