How do I update my Macbook Air?

kierah5 Said:

"How do I update my Macbook Air?: I can't seem to figure out how to update my new to me MacBook."

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For reference...

Updating the macOS:

Determining which Update(s) will Install:

I. Verify Compatibility:

A. Start Here: Learn About Compatibility and how to Identify your Specific Mac Model - Apple Support

B. How to Verify:

I Reveal your Model:

What is the Model of your Mac? To find out...

1. Go to: Apple menu
2. Click: About this Mac
3. View: Second Line-Down

then...

II. Compare the Results:

See if the Model you found is shown here:

• macOS Ventura is Compatible with these Computers - Apple Support
• macOS Monterey is Compatible with these Computers - Apple Support
• macOS Big Sur 11 Hardware Requirements - Apple Support
• macOS Catalina 10.15 - Hardware Requirements - Apple Support
• macOS Mojave 10.14 - Hardware Requirements - Apple Support
• macOS High Sierra 10.13 - Hardware Requirements - Apple Support
• macOS Sierra 10.12 - Hardware Requirements - Apple Support
• OS X El Capitan 10.11 - Hardware Requirements - Apple Support
• OS X Yosemite 10.10 - Hardware Requirements - Apple Support

III. If Compatible:

Back Up your Mac First:  Be certain you Create a Time Machine Backup of your Mac, so that way you can have something to restore your Mac from, should anything go wrong with the reconfiguration.

Follow these steps, testing after each step:

• Software Update.
• Get macOS updates and apps.

Need more help?

If these instructions doesn't work, get live expert assistance by contacting Customer Support by phone or chat:

• Chat now or call 1-800-APLCARE.
• International Support.

Click ▶︎ macOS User Guide. 📖

Go to Apple menu > About This Mac for the 1) model (MacBook. MacBook Air, MacBook Pro), 2) the current version that it is running and for 3) the model year.

Reply with those 3 pieces of information for better assistance.