Visual |Studio 15.9.75 not updating to version 15.9.76

Question

I'm trying to update visual studio from 15.9.76 to 15.9.76 using the patch from microsoft catalogue, it installs correctly but shows the old version.

Answer 1

From 15.9.75 to version 15.9.76 visual studio 2017 professional.

Answer 2

Thanks for reaching out!

 

1. Check the Installation Log: After attempting the update, check the installation logs to see if there are any error messages or warnings that could indicate what went wrong. Logs can usually be found in the %TEMP% directory.
2. Ensure Proper Installation: It's crucial to run the installer with administrator privileges. Right-click on the Visual Studio installer and select "Run as administrator." This can sometimes resolve permission issues during installations.
3. Repair Visual Studio: Before updating, try repairing your current Visual Studio installation:
   • Open the Visual Studio Installer.
     • Find your installed version of Visual Studio in the list.
       • Click on the three dots (...) next to it and select "Repair."
       1. Clear the Installer Cache: Sometimes clearing the installer cache can help:
          • Navigate to %ProgramData%\Microsoft\VisualStudio\Installer.
            • Delete the cache folder.
            1. Use the Visual Studio Installer: Instead of using the Microsoft catalog, consider using the Visual Studio Installer directly to ensure you're getting the latest version easily. Open the installer and check for updates there.
4. Re-check for Updates: After trying the above steps, open Visual Studio again and check for updates through the Help menu (Help > Check for Updates).

Kindly check the steps with we provided and please confirm that, are there any error messages when the update fails?

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