How to update your Samsung Galaxy phone or tablet

Galaxy software updates help improve the user interface, enhance security, and remove minor bugs. Follow our quick guide below to update your Galaxy device’s software and keep it operating smoothly.

Galaxy software updating on a Galaxy phone.

Perform a software update

During the update process, your device cannot be used and files will be inaccessible. Also, some carriers may require your device to be connected to Wi-Fi to check for and install updates.

Settings home screen on a Galaxy phone. Settings home screen on a Galaxy phone.

Step 1. Open Settings > Tap Software update.

Software update screen. Software update screen.

Step 2. Tap Download and install > Tap Install now.

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