Statuz
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Manual Update Checking

Check for app updates anytime from menu bar or Settings

Don't wait for automatic checks. Manually check for updates from menu bar or Settings whenever you want. Instant feedback on update availability, with option to download and install immediately or skip.

How to Use

  1. 1Click Statuz menu bar icon
  2. 2Show dropdown menu
  3. 3Highlight "Check for updates" option
  4. 4Click "Check for updates"
  5. 5Show checking dialog appearing
  6. 6Display "Checking for updates..." progress
  7. 7Show result: "Update available: v0.7.0"
  8. 8Display release notes preview
  9. 9Show "Download" and "Skip" buttons
  10. 10Alternative: Navigate to Settings > About
  11. 11Show "Check for updates" button
  12. 12Click and show same update dialog
  13. 13Demonstrate "You're up to date" message when no update

Key Features

  • Menu Bar Access - Check from menu bar dropdown
  • Settings Access - Also available in Settings > About
  • Instant Check - Queries update server immediately
  • Update Availability - Clear indication if update exists
  • Version Display - Shows available version number
  • Release Notes Preview - See what's new before updating
  • Download Option - Install immediately if update available
  • Skip Option - Defer update to later
  • Current Version - Always shows your installed version
  • Up-to-Date Confirmation - Positive feedback when current
  • Architecture Aware - Checks correct feed for Apple Silicon/Intel
  • Network Required - Clear message if offline
  • No Automatic Download - Manual control over downloads

Why You'll Love It

Automatic update checks are great, but sometimes you want to check immediately before important work. Manual check gives you control without waiting for automatic schedule.

Pro Tips

  • Check before important launches to ensure latest fixes
  • Menu bar fastest for quick update checks
  • Settings provides more details about current and available versions
  • Release notes help decide if update is urgent
  • Download immediately or skip and update later
  • Architecture detection ensures correct version for your Mac
  • Network required - won't work offline
  • Up-to-date message confirms you're current
  • Check after hearing about releases on social media
  • Manual control over when updates happen

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