How to check and update new Git version on Windows

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This article will show you how to check the Git version you are currently using, as well as the process of updating the application to the latest version on Windows.

Check Git version in use

The command that allows you to check the Git version you are using is very simple. To check the version of Git you have on your Windows PC, first launch Command Prompt.

On the Command Prompt interface that opens, enter and run the following command:

git --version

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Details about the Git version you are currently using will immediately be returned below.

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Now that you know which version of Git you're using, it's time to decide whether to update your app to a newer version.

How to Update Git on Windows

The command you use to update Git on Windows will vary depending on the version of Git you're currently using. If you are using any version from 2.14.2 to 2.16.1, run this command in Command Prompt:

git update

If you're using any version after 2.16.1, you'll need to run this command to update Git:

git update-git-for-windows

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Regardless of which command you use, the Git version will immediately be updated, or you will receive a notification if you are using the latest version.

Hope you are succesful.

Isabella Humphrey

Update 06 November 2021