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url: 'https://soundswitch.aaflalo.me/faq/manually-check-update.md'
description: >-
  Force SoundSwitch to check GitHub for a new release on demand from the tray
  icon menu — works even when automatic update checks are disabled.
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# How do I manually check for an update?

Right-click the **SoundSwitch tray icon** and choose **Update**. SoundSwitch will check for a newer version and notify you if one is available.

![Update menu in the tray](/images/faq/tray-update-menu.png)

This works even if your update preference is set to **Never check for updates**.

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*Source: [#658](https://github.com/Belphemur/SoundSwitch/discussions/658)*