How do I update Ditto?

It's always a good idea to check whether or not you're running the latest version of the Ditto applications. Outdated software can cause issues or render some devices incompatible. To check for updates within the Ditto applications you can follow the steps below.

Mac

To update the installable Ditto Connect application on a Mac, launch Ditto and in the top-left corner of your screen, next to the Apple logo, click "Ditto". From this menu click "Check for updates".

Windows

To update the installable Ditto Connect application on a Windows computer, open the Ditto Connect application and right-click within the application window. In the menu that appears, click "About Ditto".

In this window, click "Check For Updates". 

Since the temporary Ditto Connect application is installed each time you use it, there is no need to check for updates. Each installation is the latest version of the application. 

Apple TV

Automatic updates

The easiest way to stay up to date with the Ditto Receiver application on the Apple TV is to configure your apps to update automatically. This should be set by default. However, you can check this by doing the following:

Step 1

Open the Settings app on the Apple TV

Step 2

Scroll down and select "Apps"

Step 3

If "Automatically Update Apps" is not turned on, switch this from Off to On.

Manual updates

Step 1

Open the App Store on the Apple TV. It is the icon in the shape of an "A."

Step 2

Search for "Ditto Receiver" in the search bar.

Step 3

If an update is available, you'll see a white box that says "Update". Click this to update.

Windows

Step 1

Open the Ditto Receiver application and click the gear icon.

Step 2

In the menu that appears, click "Check for updates..."