In this article, we will see step-by-step how to update LibreOffice for free in 2022 from a previous version in just a few clicks.
The different steps will be:
- Check for the availability of an update
- Download the update
- Install the update
Steps to Update LibreOffice
If you are looking to install LibreOffice, please refer to another source.
In the LibreOffice menu, click on Help > Check for Updates
A new status window opens:
It indicates the version available for download and the version of LibreOffice installed on your computer.
A warning message states: "Before downloading an update, ensure you have sufficient access rights to install it. A password, usually the administrator or root password, may be required."
Another message in Description informs that automatic update downloading is currently unavailable.
Click 'Download...' to download the new version of LibreOffice manually from the website.
A window in your browser opens on the download page.
You can select the version corresponding to your operating system.
Click Download to initiate the download, then click Save File.
The download begins.
The installation file for the update is saved in the Downloads folder defined by your browser.
Run (double-click) this installer to perform the update.
Once the calculation of the space required to run the program is completed, click Next to continue the update.
The program will indicate when the LibreOffice update is complete.
Click Finish to exit the update wizard.
Congratulations, you now have the latest version of LibreOffice.
