Update TeamViewer - how it works

In this practical tip we show you how the update of the remote desktop software TeamViewer works on your own computer and on remote-controlled computers.

Update TeamViewer on your own PC

As soon as an update is available for TeamViewer, an additional arrow symbol appears at the end of the menu bar. If you click on this, you will see an overview of the newer program versions available. Select the desired update to start the installation.

• If the automatic search for updates is deactivated, click on "Help" in the menu bar and then on "Check for new version".
• Use TeamViewer in host mode, just right-click on the TeamViewer icon in the notification area of ​​the system bar and select "Check for new version".
• The update function only works if you have TeamViewer permanently installed on your system, it is not available in portable mode. In this case, download the latest Teamviewer version and install it manually.

Update TeamViewer on the remote computer

You can also easily update TeamViewer during a remote session on the remote-controlled computer:

• Click on "Remote Update" in TeamViewer during the remote session. If the option is missing, first open "Tools" and then select "Remote Update". If there is an update, it is now displayed and you can start the installation.
• Note that TeamViewer is automatically closed on the remote computer during installation. After installation, the software automatically creates a new connection.

Our next practical tip will tell you how to record meetings in TeamViewer.