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Updating Packages

Keep your NuGet packages up to date with the latest features and security fixes.

Checking for Updates​

Updates Tab​

  1. Open the NuGet Package Manager
  2. Switch to the Updates tab
  3. All packages with available updates are listed

Update Indicators​

Packages with updates show:

  • Current version
  • Latest available version
  • Update type (major, minor, patch)

Updating Single Packages​

From NuGet Manager​

  1. Go to the Updates tab
  2. Select a package to update
  3. Choose the target version
  4. Select projects to update
  5. Click Update

From Solution Explorer​

  1. Expand project > Dependencies > Packages
  2. Right-click on a package
  3. Select "Update Package"
  4. Choose the new version
  5. Click Update

Updating Multiple Packages​

To update several packages at once:

  1. In the Updates tab, check multiple packages
  2. Select the same version for each (if applicable)
  3. Click Update All Selected

Update Strategies​

Update to the latest patch version (e.g., 1.2.3 → 1.2.4):

  • Usually safe
  • Contains bug fixes
  • No breaking changes

Minor Updates​

Update to the latest minor version (e.g., 1.2.0 → 1.3.0):

  • New features added
  • Should be backwards compatible
  • Test thoroughly

Major Updates​

Update to a new major version (e.g., 1.x → 2.x):

  • May contain breaking changes
  • Review release notes
  • Test extensively
  • Update code as needed

Updating Across Solutions​

To maintain consistent versions:

  1. Update packages solution-wide
  2. Select all projects
  3. Apply the same version

Troubleshooting​

Update Fails​

If an update fails:

  1. Check for breaking changes in release notes
  2. Update dependencies first
  3. Verify target framework compatibility
  4. Check for conflicts with other packages

Rollback​

To rollback an update:

  1. Open the Installed tab
  2. Select the package
  3. Click the version dropdown
  4. Choose the previous version
  5. Click Install to downgrade