diff --git a/public/content/desktop/actions/power-menu.md b/public/content/desktop/actions/power-menu.md index ee9014e..94224d5 100644 --- a/public/content/desktop/actions/power-menu.md +++ b/public/content/desktop/actions/power-menu.md @@ -109,8 +109,7 @@ Manage your account, cloud integrations, backups, and updates with these command | *Toggle Light Mode* | Switch the user interface between light and dark themes. | | *Manage Accounts & Cloud Integrations* | Connect or configure your Pieces Cloud and linked accounts. | | *Manage Early Access Program* | Enroll in or manage beta features of Pieces. | -| *Check for Desktop App Updates* | Manually verify if a new version of the Pieces desktop app is available. | -| *Check for Pieces OS Updates* | Inspect whether Pieces OS has an update ready. | +| *Check for Updates* | Check for and install updates to both the Desktop App and PiecesOS. | | *Manage In-App Notifications* | Configure or silence various in-app alerts and messages. | | *Manage Pieces Drive Action Toolbar* | Customize toolbar actions for Pieces Drive integrations. | | *Turn Long-Term Memory Engine Off* | Disable the memory engine that stores historical snippet context. | diff --git a/public/content/desktop/configuration/troubleshooting.md b/public/content/desktop/configuration/troubleshooting.md index cdd29dc..5488c50 100644 --- a/public/content/desktop/configuration/troubleshooting.md +++ b/public/content/desktop/configuration/troubleshooting.md @@ -176,7 +176,7 @@ Manually check if a new version of PiecesOS is available. Updates may include bu - Click the `Check for PiecesOS Updates` link (server rack with refresh arrow icon) to manually trigger an update check. If an update is available, you'll be prompted to install it. + Click the `Check for Updates` link to manually trigger an update check. If an update is available, you'll be prompted to install it. Both PiecesOS and the Desktop App update together. @@ -240,7 +240,7 @@ Manually check if a new version of the Pieces Desktop App is available. Updates - Click the `Check for Desktop App Updates` link to manually trigger an update check. If an update is available, you'll be prompted to install it. + Click the `Check for Updates` link to manually trigger an update check. If an update is available, you'll be prompted to install it. Both PiecesOS and the Desktop App update together. diff --git a/public/content/desktop/troubleshooting/macos.md b/public/content/desktop/troubleshooting/macos.md index f9fc542..0eb0096 100644 --- a/public/content/desktop/troubleshooting/macos.md +++ b/public/content/desktop/troubleshooting/macos.md @@ -55,36 +55,33 @@ Our `.pkg` files install both PiecesOS and the Pieces Desktop App in a single gu ## Versions & Updates -Many issues can stem from out-of-date MCP integrations, PiecesOS, or the desktop app itself. +Many issues can stem from out-of-date MCP integrations, PiecesOS, or the desktop app itself. When you check for updates from either the Desktop App or the PiecesOS Quick Menu, both apps update together. -Profile menu with Check for Updates for Desktop App and PiecesOS - -### Updating the Pieces Desktop App - -Update the Pieces Desktop App on macOS by clicking your `User Profile` in the top left, then hovering over `Update` and selecting `Desktop App` or `PiecesOS`. - -To check the Pieces Desktop App for updates on macOS: +### From the Desktop App - - Use the **Search** option or locate the Pieces Desktop App within your *Applications* folder + + Click your profile or username in the top-left corner of the Pieces Desktop App. - - - Click your `User Profile` in the top left of the main app view + + Click `Check for Updates` in the dropdown menu. - - - Hover over `Update` in the dropdown menu that appears - - - - Click on either `Desktop App` or `PiecesOS` from the Update submenu to check for and install updates for that component + + If an update is available, follow the on-screen prompt to install it, then restart when complete. + + +> Profile menu in the Pieces Desktop App with `Check for Updates` + +### From the PiecesOS Quick Menu + +Click the Pieces icon in your menu bar and click `You're up to date` to trigger a check. If an update is available, follow the prompt to install. + + -You can also click `Check for PiecesOS Updates` as an alternative to doing so in from the PiecesOS system window in your taskbar. +> PiecesOS Quick Menu showing your current version and update status ## Common Installation Issues diff --git a/public/content/desktop/troubleshooting/windows.md b/public/content/desktop/troubleshooting/windows.md index ff3335b..49081d2 100644 --- a/public/content/desktop/troubleshooting/windows.md +++ b/public/content/desktop/troubleshooting/windows.md @@ -47,37 +47,29 @@ If you’re experiencing difficulties installing the Pieces Desktop App, you can ## Versions & Updates -Many issues can stem from out-of-date MCP integrations or the Desktop App itself. +Many issues can stem from out-of-date MCP integrations or the Desktop App itself. When you check for updates from either the Desktop App or the PiecesOS Quick Menu, both apps update together. -### Updating the Pieces Desktop App - -Updating the Pieces Desktop App on Windows (and macOS) can be done directly within the application: +### From the Desktop App - - Press the `Windows Icon` and search for Pieces Desktop, open it + + Click your profile or username in the top-left corner of the Pieces Desktop App. - - - Click your `User Profile` in the top left of the main app view + + Click `Check for Updates` in the dropdown menu. - - - Hover over `Update` in the dropdown menu that appears + + If an update is available, follow the on-screen prompt to install it, then restart when complete. + - - Click on either `Desktop App` or `PiecesOS` from the Update submenu to check for and install updates for that component - + - - If prompted, click `Download Update` to install available updates. - - +> Profile menu in the Pieces Desktop App with `Check for Updates` -Checking for Pieces Desktop App updates on Windows +### From the PiecesOS Quick Menu -You can also select `Check for PiecesOS Updates` from the same menu as an alternative to doing so from the PiecesOS system window in your taskbar. +Click the Pieces icon in your system tray and click `You're up to date` to trigger a check. If an update is available, follow the prompt to install. ## Common Installation Issues diff --git a/public/content/meet-pieces/linux-installation-guide.md b/public/content/meet-pieces/linux-installation-guide.md index 415001b..c83f057 100644 --- a/public/content/meet-pieces/linux-installation-guide.md +++ b/public/content/meet-pieces/linux-installation-guide.md @@ -33,6 +33,28 @@ Pieces for Linux is available via **Snap** (recommended for Ubuntu) or **Flatpak Check your session with `echo $XDG_SESSION_TYPE` (`wayland` or `x11`). On **Wayland**, use `pieces-os.doctor` to wire up interfaces; labels in **Settings → System** vary by distro. +## Updating + +On Linux, update PiecesOS and the Desktop App using your package manager. Both packages update together. + +### Snap + +```bash +sudo snap refresh pieces-os pieces-for-developers +``` + + + +> Running `snap refresh` to update Pieces on Linux + +### Flatpak + +```bash +flatpak update -y com.pieces.os com.pieces.pfd +``` + +You can also check for updates from the Desktop App by clicking your profile in the top-left corner and selecting `Check for Updates`. + ## Additional Resources See the [Linux troubleshooting guide](/products/meet-pieces/troubleshooting/linux) or reach out to [support](/products/support) for help. diff --git a/public/content/meet-pieces/linux-installation-guide/flatpak.md b/public/content/meet-pieces/linux-installation-guide/flatpak.md index 167b83d..dc1f019 100644 --- a/public/content/meet-pieces/linux-installation-guide/flatpak.md +++ b/public/content/meet-pieces/linux-installation-guide/flatpak.md @@ -94,7 +94,7 @@ To manually update both PiecesOS and the Pieces Desktop App, run: flatpak update -y com.pieces.os com.pieces.pfd ``` -You can also check for updates within the Pieces Desktop App by hovering over your username in the top left, then hovering over `Update` and selecting `Check for Desktop App Updates` or `Check for PiecesOS Updates`. +You can also check for updates from the Desktop App by clicking your profile in the top-left corner and selecting `Check for Updates`. Both apps update together. Some desktop environments (like GNOME Software or KDE Discover) can manage Flatpak updates through their graphical interface. Look for Pieces in your software center to update from there. diff --git a/public/content/meet-pieces/linux-installation-guide/snap.md b/public/content/meet-pieces/linux-installation-guide/snap.md index fc05e6d..9ca62da 100644 --- a/public/content/meet-pieces/linux-installation-guide/snap.md +++ b/public/content/meet-pieces/linux-installation-guide/snap.md @@ -44,11 +44,17 @@ After installing via Snap, run `pieces-os.doctor` in your terminal. The script o ### Updating -The Pieces Desktop App automatically downloads and installs new updates. +Update both packages with Snap: -You can also manually check for updates by hovering over your username in the top left, then hovering over `Update` and selecting either `Check for Desktop App Updates` or `Check for PiecesOS Updates`. +```bash +sudo snap refresh pieces-os pieces-for-developers +``` -Checking for PiecesOS updates in the Pieces Desktop App on Linux +You can also check for updates from the Desktop App by clicking your profile in the top-left corner and selecting `Check for Updates`. Both apps update together. + + + +> Running `snap refresh` to update Pieces on Linux ### Uninstalling diff --git a/public/content/meet-pieces/macos-installation-guide.md b/public/content/meet-pieces/macos-installation-guide.md index d7cb6cc..0588b6d 100644 --- a/public/content/meet-pieces/macos-installation-guide.md +++ b/public/content/meet-pieces/macos-installation-guide.md @@ -41,11 +41,44 @@ Pieces for macOS is available via **DMG** (recommended), **PKG**, or **Homebrew* ## Updating -The Pieces Desktop App automatically downloads and installs new updates. +Pieces automatically downloads and installs updates. When you check for updates from either the Desktop App or the PiecesOS Quick Menu, both apps update together. -You can also manually check for updates by hovering over your username in the top left, then hovering over `Update` and selecting either `Check for Desktop App Updates` or `Check for PiecesOS Updates`. +### From the Desktop App -Checking for updates via the profile dropdown on macOS + + + Click your profile or username in the top-left corner of the Pieces Desktop App. + + + Click `Check for Updates` in the dropdown menu. + + + If an update is available, follow the on-screen prompt to install it, then restart when complete. + + + + + +> Profile menu in the Pieces Desktop App with `Check for Updates` + +### From the PiecesOS Quick Menu + + + + Click the Pieces icon in your menu bar. + + + Click `You're up to date` to trigger a check. If an update is available, follow the prompt to install. + + + + + +> PiecesOS Quick Menu showing your current version and update status + + + Pieces often downloads updates automatically and notifies you when a new version is ready. Use either method above to check manually. + ## Uninstalling diff --git a/public/content/meet-pieces/sign-into-pieces.md b/public/content/meet-pieces/sign-into-pieces.md index 1b750ba..379fd1d 100644 --- a/public/content/meet-pieces/sign-into-pieces.md +++ b/public/content/meet-pieces/sign-into-pieces.md @@ -101,50 +101,28 @@ To use the new sign-in features, you must update both PiecesOS and the Pieces De You must update to version 15.0.0 or later to use the Pieces Suite. Both PiecesOS and the Desktop App must be updated for sign-in to work properly. -### Update PiecesOS +### Update Pieces -PiecesOS runs in the background and powers all Pieces features. +When you check for updates, both PiecesOS and the Desktop App update together. - - Check your menu bar (Mac) or system tray (Windows/Linux) for the PiecesOS icon. - - - - Right-click the icon and select `You're up to date`—this will trigger an automatic check for updates. - - - - If an update is available, click `Update Now`. - - - - PiecesOS will restart automatically when complete. - - - -### Update Pieces Desktop App - -After updating PiecesOS, update the desktop app: - - - - Launch the Pieces Desktop App. + + Launch the Pieces Desktop App and click your profile in the top-left corner. - Click your profile icon (right side of the search bar) and select `Check for Desktop App Updates`. + Click `Check for Updates` in the dropdown menu. - Click `Update` when prompted to download and install the latest version. + If an update is available, follow the on-screen prompt to install it. - - Restart the app when the update completes. + + Restart when the update completes. - You may also see an update notification automatically when you open either of the apps. + You can also check for updates from the PiecesOS Quick Menu by clicking `You're up to date` in your menu bar (Mac) or system tray (Windows). diff --git a/public/content/meet-pieces/troubleshooting/macos.md b/public/content/meet-pieces/troubleshooting/macos.md index 3506ad4..7eeb125 100644 --- a/public/content/meet-pieces/troubleshooting/macos.md +++ b/public/content/meet-pieces/troubleshooting/macos.md @@ -52,52 +52,40 @@ A singular brew command, `brew install—- cask pieces`, automatically manages i ## Versions & Updates -Many issues can stem from out-of-date MCP integrations, the desktop app, or PiecesOS. +Many issues can stem from out-of-date MCP integrations, the desktop app, or PiecesOS. When you check for updates from either the Desktop App or the PiecesOS Quick Menu, both apps update together. -### Updating PiecesOS +### From the Desktop App - - Make sure PiecesOS is running—look for the **Pieces Icon** in your system tray (menu bar). + + Click your profile or username in the top-left corner of the Pieces Desktop App. - - Check for available updates and install them if prompted. + + Click `Check for Updates` in the dropdown menu. + + + If an update is available, follow the on-screen prompt to install it, then restart when complete. -PiecesOS Quick Menu showing check for updates option + -### Updating the Pieces Desktop App +> Profile menu in the Pieces Desktop App with `Check for Updates` -Updating the Pieces Desktop App on macOS can be done directly from the app: +### From the PiecesOS Quick Menu - - Launch the Pieces Desktop App. - - - - Click your username in the top left of the app. - - - - Hover over `Update` in the dropdown menu. + + Click the Pieces icon in your menu bar. - - - Click on either `Desktop App` or `PiecesOS` from the Update submenu to check for and install updates for that component. - - - - Restart the app when the update completes. - - - You may also see an update notification automatically when you open either of the apps. - + + Click `You're up to date` to trigger a check. If an update is available, follow the prompt to install. -Pieces Desktop App update dropdown menu on macOS + + +> PiecesOS Quick Menu showing your current version and update status ## Common Installation Issues diff --git a/public/content/meet-pieces/troubleshooting/windows.md b/public/content/meet-pieces/troubleshooting/windows.md index 58a30fd..e0b8a10 100644 --- a/public/content/meet-pieces/troubleshooting/windows.md +++ b/public/content/meet-pieces/troubleshooting/windows.md @@ -63,57 +63,40 @@ Once this is finished, you can now launch the Pieces Desktop App by pressing the ## Versions & Updates -Many issues can stem from out-of-date MCP integrations, the desktop app, or PiecesOS itself. +Many issues can stem from out-of-date MCP integrations, the desktop app, or PiecesOS itself. When you check for updates from either the Desktop App or the PiecesOS Quick Menu, both apps update together. -### Updating PiecesOS +### From the Desktop App - - Find the Pieces Icon (`P`) in your taskbar. + + Click your profile or username in the top-left corner of the Pieces Desktop App. - Click the icon to view your update status. + Click `Check for Updates` in the dropdown menu. - - If an update is available, follow the on-screen prompt to download and install it. + + If an update is available, follow the on-screen prompt to install it, then restart when complete. -Checking PiecesOS for updates on Windows taskbar + -For standalone .EXE installations, updates are checked daily or upon application launch, prompting you to install or delay as needed. +> Profile menu in the Pieces Desktop App with `Check for Updates` -### Updating the Pieces Desktop App - -Updating the Pieces Desktop App on Windows can be done directly from the app: +### From the PiecesOS Quick Menu - - Press the `Windows Icon` and search for Pieces Desktop, open it. - - - - Click your username in the top left of the app. - - - - Hover over `Update` in the dropdown menu. + + Click the Pieces icon in your system tray. - - - Click on either `Desktop App` or `PiecesOS` from the Update submenu to check for and install updates for that component. - - - - Restart the app when the update completes. - - - You may also see an update notification automatically when you open either of the apps. - + + Click `You're up to date` to trigger a check. If an update is available, follow the prompt to install. -Checking Pieces Desktop App for updates on Windows + + +> PiecesOS Quick Menu showing your current version and update status ## Issues Launching PiecesOS diff --git a/public/content/meet-pieces/windows-installation-guide.md b/public/content/meet-pieces/windows-installation-guide.md index e12b897..fd6b265 100644 --- a/public/content/meet-pieces/windows-installation-guide.md +++ b/public/content/meet-pieces/windows-installation-guide.md @@ -39,11 +39,44 @@ Choose your installation method below. AppInstaller is recommended for most user ## Updating -The Pieces Desktop App **automatically downloads and installs new updates**. +Pieces automatically downloads and installs updates. When you check for updates from either the Desktop App or the PiecesOS Quick Menu, both apps update together. -You can also manually check for updates by hovering over your username in the top left, then hovering over `Update` and selecting either `Check for Desktop App Updates` or `Check for PiecesOS Updates`. +### From the Desktop App -Checking for updates in the Pieces Desktop App on Windows + + + Click your profile or username in the top-left corner of the Pieces Desktop App. + + + Click `Check for Updates` in the dropdown menu. + + + If an update is available, follow the on-screen prompt to install it, then restart when complete. + + + + + +> Profile menu in the Pieces Desktop App with `Check for Updates` + +### From the PiecesOS Quick Menu + + + + Click the Pieces icon in your system tray. + + + Click `You're up to date` to trigger a check. If an update is available, follow the prompt to install. + + + + + +> PiecesOS Quick Menu showing your current version and update status + + + Pieces often downloads updates automatically and notifies you when a new version is ready. Use either method above to check manually. + ## Uninstalling