How to check and update your Git version

Situatie

Keeping your Git installation up to date is essential, as it gives you all the latest features, improvements, bug fixes, and more.

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Check Which Version of Git You’re Using

The command to check which version of Git you’re using is the same on both Windows and Mac. To check your Git version, open Command Prompt (Windows), Terminal (Mac), or the Linux terminal.

Once open, run this command:

git --version

The Git version you’re currently using will be returned. Now that you know which version of Git you’re using, you can decide if you want to update it or not.

How to Update Git on Windows

The command you use to update Git on Windows depends on which version of Git you’re currently using. If you’re using any version from 2.14.2 to 2.16.1, then run this command in Command Prompt:

git update

If you’re using any version after 2.16.1, then you’ll need to run this command instead:

git update-git-for-windows

Regardless of which command you need to use, your Git version will update or you’ll get a message saying you’re up to date if you’re already using the latest version. If you’re using a version older than 2.14.2, then you’ll need to get the latest installer from the download portal and update your Git version the same way as when you installed Git for the first time.

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