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title: "Updating the NavVis Desktop Processing Software"
slug: "updating-the-navvis-desktop-processing-software"
updated: 2025-09-23T15:26:49Z
published: 2025-09-23T15:26:49Z
canonical: "knowledge.navvis.com/updating-the-navvis-desktop-processing-software"
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> ## Documentation Index
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> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Updating the NavVis Desktop Processing Software

For information on major releases, minor release and patch releases, [refer here](https://knowledge.navvis.com/docs/introduction-to-desk-top-processing#release-versioning-strategy).

Ensure all required update sources can be accessed:

1. Open “Software and updates”

![](https://cdn.document360.io/bf174766-fa1a-4fe1-a4d7-b1db1e7cb996/Images/Documentation/Soft and Updates.png)

1. Under the **Ubuntu software** tab, ensure that these options are selected:
  - Canonical-supported free and open-source software (main).
  - Community-maintained free and open-source software (universe).
  - Proprietary drivers for devices (restricted).
  - Software restricted by copyright or legal issues (multiverse).

![](https://cdn.document360.io/bf174766-fa1a-4fe1-a4d7-b1db1e7cb996/Images/Documentation/Ubuntu Soft.png)

1. Under the **Updates** tab, ensure that the **Notify me of a new Ubuntu version** is set to **Never**. Otherwise your Ubuntu System may get upgraded to another version that our software is not supported. ![](https://cdn.document360.io/bf174766-fa1a-4fe1-a4d7-b1db1e7cb996/Images/Documentation/image-1738770417719.png)

There are two ways the NavVis desktop processing software can be updated:

- Via the UI **Software Updater** tool.
- Via the terminal.

## Updating via the Software Updater

1. Search for “Software updater”

![](https://cdn.document360.io/bf174766-fa1a-4fe1-a4d7-b1db1e7cb996/Images/Documentation/Soft Updater.png)

1. Trigger the search for updates.

![](https://cdn.document360.io/bf174766-fa1a-4fe1-a4d7-b1db1e7cb996/Images/Documentation/Search Updates.png)

1. Once the search is complete, click **Install Now** to download the updates.

![](https://cdn.document360.io/bf174766-fa1a-4fe1-a4d7-b1db1e7cb996/Images/Documentation/Install Now.png)

1. Enter your password.

![](https://cdn.document360.io/bf174766-fa1a-4fe1-a4d7-b1db1e7cb996/Images/Documentation/Ubuntu Password.png)

1. The updates are downloaded.

![](https://cdn.document360.io/bf174766-fa1a-4fe1-a4d7-b1db1e7cb996/Images/Documentation/Updates Downloaded.png)

1. Click **Install Now** to install the downloaded updates.

![](https://cdn.document360.io/bf174766-fa1a-4fe1-a4d7-b1db1e7cb996/Images/Documentation/Install Updates.png)

1. The updates are now installed.

![](https://cdn.document360.io/bf174766-fa1a-4fe1-a4d7-b1db1e7cb996/Images/Documentation/Updates Installed.png)

1. Click **Restart Now** to reboot your workstation and complete the update.

## Updating in a terminal

1. Open a terminal and enter `sudo apt-get update`.
2. Enter your `sudo` (administrator) password.

![](https://cdn.document360.io/bf174766-fa1a-4fe1-a4d7-b1db1e7cb996/Images/Documentation/Sudo Password.png)

1. The list of packages that needs to be installed will be refreshed.
2. Type in `sudo apt-get upgrade` and press **Enter**.

![](https://cdn.document360.io/bf174766-fa1a-4fe1-a4d7-b1db1e7cb996/Images/Documentation/Sudo Upgrade.png)

1. Type **Y** and press **Enter**to continue.
2. All software, including the NavVis desktop processing software, will be updated.

![](https://cdn.document360.io/bf174766-fa1a-4fe1-a4d7-b1db1e7cb996/Images/Documentation/All Softwares Updated(1).png)

1. Reboot your workstation to complete the update.

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### FAQ

#### What types of releases are mentioned in the document?

The document mentions major releases, minor releases, and patch releases.

#### How can I access the required update sources in Ubuntu?

You can access the required update sources by opening 'Software and updates' and ensuring the appropriate options are selected under the Ubuntu software tab.

#### Should I set the 'Notify me of a new Ubuntu version' option to Never?

Yes, it is recommended to set this option to Never to avoid upgrading to an unsupported version.

#### What are the two ways to update the NavVis desktop processing software?

The NavVis desktop processing software can be updated via the UI Software Updater tool or via the terminal.

#### What command do I need to use in the terminal to update software?

You need to use the command 'sudo apt-get update' followed by 'sudo apt-get upgrade'.

#### Is it necessary to reboot my workstation after updating?

Yes, you should reboot your workstation to complete the update process.

#### What should I do if I want to install updates using the Software Updater?

You should search for 'Software updater', trigger the search for updates, and then click 'Install Now' to download and install the updates.

#### Do I need to enter my password when updating via the Software Updater?

Yes, you will need to enter your password to download and install the updates.