How do I manually update Origin?

Updating Origin's Software
  1. Tap Settings > Update Available.
  2. Tap Update Now.
  3. Once the Update is downloaded and installed, Origin will reboot automatically and run an onboarding tutorial to introduce you to your new software.
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How do I force Origin to update?

Re: Origin won't update
  1. Manually uninstall Origin.
  2. Run CCleaner.
  3. Restart your router/modem and do a Clean Boot.
  4. Make sure that your UAC is enabled and set to notify.
  5. Download the latest version of Origin and install the client - make sure to run the setup file with Admin rights.
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How do I update my Sims Origin?

Open My Game Library and click on The Sims. If an update is available, you'll see a gray arrow in the bottom-left corner of the game tile. Right-click the game tile and choose Update.
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Where do I update Origin?

You need to just go to Origin website and download latest version and run the installer.
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How do I manually update my EA app?

[GUIDE] How to update the EA app
  1. Open Windows Search and type "EA app Updater" (without the quotation marks) and click on it. ...
  2. Click on 'Yes' to grant permission for the program to make changes to your device.
  3. A new window will open and check for any available updates for your EA app version.
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Do I have to update Origin to EA app?

Has the EA app replaced Origin on PC? Yes it has. The EA app is now our primary platform for downloading and launching PC games.
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Is the EA app replacing Origin?

Today, we're thrilled to announce that the EA app has officially left its open beta phase and will soon replace Origin as our primary PC platform.
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Why can't I update my Sims 4 on Origin?

If there are any corrupted files located in your game folder, you could encounter Sims 4 not updating issue. In this case, you can repair them with Origin. Step 1: Open Origin and click My Game Library from the left side panel. Step 2: Click the gear icon associated with Sims 4 and select Repair from the pop-up menu.
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Why is my Origin not working?

Restart your router/modem and do a Clean Boot. Make sure that your UAC is enabled and set to notify. Download the latest version of Origin and install the client - make sure to run the setup file with administrator rights. Add firewall/antivirus exceptions for Origin and open the needed ports.
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Why is my Sims not updating on Origin?

There are a few things to try if your game won't update: Run a Repair on The Sims. Clear the cache for the EA App. Run the EA App as an administrator.
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Why is my Origin not downloading?

Try re-installing Origin:

Open the Control Panel (find it by searching “Control Panel” in the Start menu). Click on Uninstall a program under Programs. Click on Origin and uninstall. Reinstall Origin, then try installing your game again.
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Does The Sims 4 update automatically?

Updates should be automatic when you start Origin. You don't need to install them. If you aren't seeing the updates, restart Origin. Read our article for installing new expansions for more help.
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Can I still use Origin?

The new client, named EA App was released on October 7, 2022, for Windows users with a deployed migration to existing users of Origin. The Origin client remains available for macOS users presently.
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Why does my Origin update keep failing?

Please manually uninstall Origin again, then download the latest version of Origin and run the installation. When the installation is complete please reboot your computer in Safe mode with networking (Windows 7/ Windows 8) and try to access Origin.
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What has replaced Origin?

The EA app is our latest PC platform, designed with player feedback in mind to be foundational for the future of EA PC gaming. Origin is our legacy client, and will soon be replaced by the EA app.
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Can you play Sims 3 without Origin?

How do I play Sims 3 without Origin? Install from optical media and do not patch to 1.69 (it's OK to patch to 1.67). Once you're at the 1.69 patch level, you're locked to Origin. Alternatively, buy the game, EPs and SPs from Steam.
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Is Origin no longer supported?

In late 2020, EA announced that it would retire Origin in favor of a new client simply called the EA app.
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Is EA and Origin the same?

' EA has been running its own digital games service under the name Origin since 2011, but not for much longer.
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How do I clear my Origin cache?

How to clear Origin cache manually
  1. Go to Finder.
  2. From the menu bar, select Go ➙ Computer.
  3. Navigate to Macintosh HD ➙ Library ➙ Application Support.
  4. Find the Origin folder.
  5. Move the DownloadCache folder to Trash.
  6. Empty your Trash.
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How do I fix Sims 4 update error?

There are a few things to try if your game won't update:
  1. Run a Repair on The Sims.
  2. Clear the cache for the EA App.
  3. Run the EA App as an administrator.
  4. Check for any background applications blocking the EA App.
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Do I have to update Sims 4 to play?

Re: Do I Have To Update To Play The Sims 4??

Unfortunately, you have to update in order to play. You could try checking your internet speed / router and see if maybe that is the reason why it is taking so long. If you stop the update, you will have to restart it all over again, yes. Hope that helps!
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What does repairing Sims 4 do?

Repair Game - verifies your game files to see if any of them are either missing, or broken. Files that needs fixing will be updated. Update Game - checks the Origin servers to see if new files for your game are available. The Repair and Update option do appear similar in Origin, but what they actually do is different.
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What happened to EA Origin?

The EA app is now out of open beta, and you'll soon be 'invited' to upgrade. (But it's good, so that's okay.) Back in 2020, Electronic Arts announced that its Origin launcher was being updated and rebranded as the EA App.
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How do I reinstall Origin?

Try re-installing Origin:
  1. Close the Origin client.
  2. Open the Control Panel (find it by searching “Control Panel” in the Start menu).
  3. Click on Uninstall a program under Programs.
  4. Click on Origin and uninstall.
  5. Reinstall Origin, then try installing your game again.
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How do I restart Origin?

Resetting Origin
  1. Download the Reset Origin tool.
  2. Open a Finder window and navigate to your Downloads folder.
  3. Find ResetOrigin. ...
  4. Double-click the ResetOrigin file in the expanded window. ...
  5. Click the Reset Origin button. ...
  6. Enter your password and click OK to start the reset.
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