You can update Altium Designer directly through the software itself. Here's how:
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Access the Extensions and Updates View: Navigate to the "Extensions and Updates" page within Altium Designer. This is typically found under the "DXP" menu or a similar menu item, depending on your Altium Designer version.
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Go to the Updates Page: Within the "Extensions and Updates" view, find and select the "Updates" page or tab.
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Initiate the Update: Altium Designer will check for available updates. If an update is available for the platform itself, it will be listed here. Click the "Update" button next to the Altium Designer platform listing to begin the update process.
Important Considerations:
- Major Version Updates: Note that major versions of Altium Designer (e.g., Altium Designer 23 to Altium Designer 24) are released as separate, full installations. This means they have unique default installation paths and aren't handled as typical in-place updates. You'll need to download and install the new version separately.
- License: Ensure your Altium Designer license is valid and up-to-date to access the latest updates.
- Restart: After the update is complete, you may be prompted to restart Altium Designer to apply the changes.
