Updating Tornado
Automatic Update Check
Tornado automatically checks for updates when the application starts:
Connects to the update server
Compares the current version with the latest release
Runs silently in the background
Update Notifications
When an Update is Available
A notification appears in the bottom-right corner of the screen.
Displays the new version number.
Includes a "Download" button.
The notification remains visible until acted upon.
When No Update is Available
No notification is shown.
The application continues to operate normally.
This confirms that the current version is up-to-date.
When the Update Check Fails
A brief notification appears in the bottom-right corner.
Disappears automatically after a few seconds.
No user action is required.
Download Process
1. Starting the Download
Click the "Download" button in the notification.
The download begins automatically.
Progress is displayed in the notification area.
2. Installation Steps
For Windows:
Wait for the download to complete.
Close Tornado.
Run the newly downloaded executable file.
For macOS:
Download the new
.dmgfile.Close Tornado.
Open the downloaded
.dmg.Drag the application to the Applications folder.
For Linux:
Download the new binary file.
Make it executable by running:
Restart Tornado.
Troubleshooting
Common Issues
Update Check Fails:
Ensure an active internet connection.
Restart Tornado and let it check again on the next launch.
The issue usually resolves automatically.
Download Issues:
Verify internet connectivity.
Restart Tornado and retry the download.
Ensure sufficient storage space is available.
Installation Problems:
Confirm that Tornado is fully closed.
Verify write permissions in the target directory.
Clear temporary files if necessary.
Best Practices for Smooth Updates
Complete any running collections before updating.
Export important data to avoid interruptions.
Close the application when prompted during installation.
Follow the installation steps for your platform.
After Updating
Verify that the application is running the new version.
Check that existing configurations are intact.
Test connections to cloud platforms to ensure everything works as expected.
Reminder
Updates will bring essential features and improvements. Tornado’s automatic update check ensures you’re notified of new versions while staying unobtrusive.
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