Wondering which macOS version you’re using? Automatic updates generally take care of it, but sometimes the feature gets disabled or your Mac becomes outdated for the latest release of macOS. Additionally, some apps are compatible with specific macOS versions. In such cases, it becomes essential to check if your Mac is running the latest available version of macOS or not.
Checking the macOS version is a simple task that can be done with a couple of clicks. In this guide, we will take you through a process of checking the macOS version on your Mac using two different and easy methods. So, let’s get started.
How to Check macOS Version You’re Using
You can check the macOS version using System Settings or System Information. Let’s go through the methods you can use to find out which version of macOS is installed on your Mac.
1. Using System Information
The quickest and easiest way to check your macOS version is through the System Information available in the Apple menu.
You can follow the steps below to open System Information and check the macOS version installed on your Mac.
1. Turn on and unlock your Mac.
2. Once you are on the desktop, click the Apple logo in the top-left corner of the screen. This will open the Apple menu.
3. From the list of options in the Apple menu, click About This Mac.
4. This will open the System Information window on your screen. Here, you will be able to see the name of the macOS version along with the version number currently running on your Mac.
2. Using System Settings
There is another simple way to check your macOS version. In this method, you can use System Settings to find the macOS name and version installed on your Mac.
Here’s how you can do it.
1. Open System Settings on your Mac. You can do this by clicking the Apple logo in the top-left corner and selecting System Settings from the menu.
2. Once the System Settings window opens, click General from the left sidebar and then select About on the right.
3. Under the macOS section, you will see the name and version of macOS currently installed on your Mac.
How to Update macOS on Your Mac
If you find that your Mac is not running the latest version of macOS, you can check for updates and install the newest available version.
Follow these steps to check for macOS updates:
1. Click the Apple logo in the top-left corner of the screen.
2. Select System Settings from the drop-down menu.
3. Click General in the sidebar and then select Software Update.
4. Your Mac will now check for available updates. If a new update is available, click Update Now or Upgrade Now to download and install it.
This is how you can check which macOS version is currently running on your Mac. If you find that your Mac is not using the latest version, you should consider updating it.
You can also refer to Apple’s official list of the latest macOS releases to cross-check whether your Mac is running the most recent version available.
