How to upgrade your Mac to macOS Mojave

Apple introduces many advanced features with every update. Recently, macOS Mojave is released to add a bunch of new features such as Dark Mode, Desktop Stacks, Dynamic Desktops, Continuity Camera and many more. This update is specially designed to provide ultimate experience to Mac users. With macOS Mojave update, your Mac gets enhanced functionality and features. The new features help you to work on your Mac with less effort. If you want to upgrade your Mac to macOS Mojave, here we will provide you some easy steps to install and download macOS Mojave.

Step1: Check your system compatibility  

If you want to upgrade your Mac to macOS Mojave, make sure that your Mac’s current version is OS X Mountain Lion or later. Also your Mac needs at least 2GB of memory and 12.5GB of available storage space or up to 18.5GB of storage space if you want to upgrade from OS X Yosemite or earlier. Moreover, you may check your Mac model, memory, storage space, and macOS version by selecting “About This Mac” from the Apple menu.

Step2: Create a backup

Before starting any update, it is always recommended to make a backup. You may create backup with Time Machine or other available methods.

Step3: Get connected

Your Mac needs consistent internet connectivity to download and install new update macOS Mojave. If you are using Mac notebook computer, make sure it is plugged into AC power.

Step4: Download macOS Mojave

After connecting your Mac to internet and power, go to App Store, search for “Get macOS Mojave” and then click “Download” to begin downloading.

Step5: Install macOS Mojave

Once macOS Mojave gets downloaded on your Mac, install opens automatically. Here, select “Continue” and then follow the onscreen instructions. It is recommended to start installation in the evening so that it can finish overnight, if you want. In case you will asked for permission to install the installed, enter the administrator name and password that you use to log in to your system and then click “Add Helper.” Also allow the installation to complete without putting your Mac to sleep or closing its lid. While installing both macOS and related updates to your Mac firmware, your system might restart, show a progress bar or show a blank screen several times.

By following the above given instructions you may easily download and install macOS Mojave on your Mac to upgrade it. Once it is upgraded, you will be notified when updates to macOS Mojave are available.

Now read: How to use Time Machine to back up and restore your Mac