How to update Easy Gamer Utility

Keeping Easy Gamer Utility updated gives you the latest features, supported games, improvements and bug fixes.

The normal downloadable version of Easy Gamer Utility checks for updates when you open the program. In most cases, the update will begin automatically when a newer version is available.

This guide explains how to update Easy Gamer Utility automatically, download an update manually and update the Microsoft Store version.

How Easy Gamer Utility checks for updates

See also: Understanding the Easy Gamer Utility interface Article

Easy Gamer Utility connects to the ComputerSluggish update server when the program starts.

It compares the version installed on your computer with the newest available version.

You may see one of the following messages near the bottom of the program:

No New Updates

This means Easy Gamer Utility has not found a newer version.

New Update Available

This means a newer version of Easy Gamer Utility is ready to install.

Easy Gamer Utility needs an active internet connection to check for updates.

How to update Easy Gamer Utility automatically

The easiest way to update Easy Gamer Utility is to allow its built-in updater to complete the process.

1. Save any work you currently have open.
2. Close any games you are playing.
3. Make sure your computer is connected to the internet.
4. Open Easy Gamer Utility normally.
5. Wait while it checks for a newer version.
6. Allow the update window to open.
7. Wait for the download and installation to finish.
8. Open Easy Gamer Utility again if it does not reopen automatically.

Do not close the update window or turn off your computer while the update is being installed.

The amount of time required will depend on your internet connection and computer speed.

What happens when an update is found?

See also: How to activate Easy Gamer Utility Pro Article

When Easy Gamer Utility finds a newer version, it may display an update window containing:

• The new version number
• Changes made to the Free version
• Changes made to the Pro version
• Update information
• A button to download or install the update

Easy Gamer Utility may then close while the updater replaces the old program files.

This is normal.

Once the update has finished, open Easy Gamer Utility again and check the version number.

How to update Easy Gamer Utility manually

Use the manual method if the automatic updater does not start or you want to download the newest installer yourself.

1. Open Easy Gamer Utility.
2. Find the update status near the bottom of the window.
3. Click Check for Updates or New Update Available.
4. Your web browser will open the official Easy Gamer Utility download page.
5. Download the latest version.
6. Close Easy Gamer Utility completely.
7. Open the downloaded installer.
8. Follow the instructions shown by the installer.
9. Open Easy Gamer Utility when the installation has finished.

You do not normally need to remove the old version first.

Always download Easy Gamer Utility from the official ComputerSluggish website or Microsoft Store.

How to close Easy Gamer Utility before updating

See also: Why Easy Gamer Utility may require administrator permission Article

Clicking the minimise button may only hide Easy Gamer Utility in the Windows system tray.

Before installing an update manually, make sure the program is completely closed.

1. Open Easy Gamer Utility.
2. Click the X in the top-right corner.
3. Check the Windows system tray near the clock.
4. Make sure the Easy Gamer Utility icon is no longer shown.

The system tray may be hidden behind the small upward arrow near the Windows clock.

If Easy Gamer Utility is still running, the installer may be unable to replace some of its files.

How to find your Easy Gamer Utility version

The installed version number is shown near the bottom of the Easy Gamer Utility window.

It will look similar to this:

Version: 1.3.108.0

The numbers will be different depending on the version installed.

After updating, open Easy Gamer Utility and check that the version number has changed.

How to update the Microsoft Store version

See also: Easy Gamer Utility Free vs Pro Article

The Microsoft Store version of Easy Gamer Utility is updated through Microsoft Store.

It does not use the normal Easy Gamer Utility download updater.

To check for a Microsoft Store update:

1. Open Microsoft Store.
2. Click Library.
3. Click Get updates or Check for updates.
4. Find Easy Gamer Utility in the list.
5. Click Update if an update is available.
6. Wait for Microsoft Store to finish installing it.

Microsoft Store may also install the update automatically in the background.

Do not download the normal website installer over the Microsoft Store version unless you want to change which version you use.

Why does Easy Gamer Utility update automatically?

Updates help keep the software working with newer Windows versions, games and launchers.

An update may include:

• New tools
• Newly supported games
• Updated game save locations
• Improved performance checks
• Changes to Game Booster
• Cleaning improvements
• Bug fixes
• Interface improvements
• Security and stability fixes

Using an old version may mean that certain features no longer work correctly.

Can I turn automatic updates off?

The available update settings can depend on your Easy Gamer Utility version and licence.

Some users may see an automatic update option in the Settings section.

To check:

1. Open Easy Gamer Utility.
2. Click the Settings icon.
3. Look for an automatic update option.
4. Turn the option on or off if it is available.
5. Click Save Settings.

Even when update notifications are hidden, it is still a good idea to check for updates regularly.

Some important updates may be required for the program or Pro activation to continue working correctly.

Why does Easy Gamer Utility need an internet connection to update?

Easy Gamer Utility needs to connect to the ComputerSluggish server to:

• Check the newest available version
• Read the update information
• Download the update files
• Check certain subscription licences

Without an internet connection, Easy Gamer Utility cannot confirm whether a newer version is available.

The rest of the program may still open, but online tools and update checks may not work.

Easy Gamer Utility says I am not connected to the internet

First, check that websites open normally in your web browser.

Then try the following:

1. Close Easy Gamer Utility.
2. Check that your internet connection is working.
3. Temporarily disconnect any VPN.
4. Restart your router if other websites are also not loading.
5. Open Easy Gamer Utility again.
6. Wait for it to check for updates.

A firewall, VPN, antivirus program or network filter may sometimes prevent the update check from connecting.

Do not permanently disable your security software. Instead, check whether it has blocked Easy Gamer Utility and allow the connection only when you trust the installed copy.

The automatic update is not starting

Try these steps:

1. Close Easy Gamer Utility completely.
2. Restart your computer.
3. Check your internet connection.
4. Open Easy Gamer Utility normally instead of allowing it to start hidden with Windows.
5. Wait a short time for the update check.
6. Click the update message at the bottom of the program.
7. Download the newest installer manually if necessary.

Opening Easy Gamer Utility yourself is important because an update may not begin while the program is starting silently with Windows.

The update download is stuck

A slow or interrupted internet connection can stop the update from completing.

Try the following:

1. Wait a few minutes to make sure the download is not simply slow.
2. Check whether your internet connection is working.
3. Close the updater if it has completely stopped responding.
4. Restart your computer.
5. Open Easy Gamer Utility and try again.
6. Download the latest installer manually if the problem continues.

Avoid downloading large files or installing Windows updates at the same time.

Windows blocks the updater or installer

Windows may display a security message when you open the updater.

Make sure that:

• You downloaded it from the official ComputerSluggish website
• The file name relates to Easy Gamer Utility
• You started the update yourself

You may need to click Yes when Windows asks whether the program can make changes to your device.

This permission allows the installer to replace the existing Easy Gamer Utility files.

Do not approve the message if the file came from an unknown website or an email attachment.

The installer says Easy Gamer Utility is still running

This means Easy Gamer Utility or one of its update processes is still open.

1. Close Easy Gamer Utility.
2. Check the Windows system tray.
3. Open Windows Task Manager by pressing Ctrl + Shift + Esc.
4. Look for Easy Gamer Utility.
5. Select it and click End task.
6. Run the installer again.

Only end the Easy Gamer Utility process. Do not close Windows system processes that you do not recognise.

Easy Gamer Utility still shows the old version

Try closing and reopening the program first.

If the old version is still shown:

1. Close Easy Gamer Utility completely.
2. Restart your computer.
3. Download the latest installer again.
4. Run the installer.
5. Make sure it installs to the same location as your existing copy.
6. Open Easy Gamer Utility and check the version number.

You may have more than one Easy Gamer Utility shortcut pointing to different installations.

Delete any old shortcut only after confirming that the new version works.

Will updating remove Easy Gamer Utility Pro?

Updating the same Easy Gamer Utility installation will not require you to purchase Pro again.

Your Pro licence and saved settings are stored separately from the main program files.

If Easy Gamer Utility opens as the Free version after an update:

1. Make sure your computer is connected to the internet.
2. Close and reopen Easy Gamer Utility.
3. Open the activation section.
4. Check that your Pro product key is still shown.
5. Enter your existing key again if required.

Keep a copy of your product key in a safe place.

Should I uninstall Easy Gamer Utility before updating?

Normally, no.

Installing the latest version over your current installation is usually the simplest method.

Only uninstall the old version first when:

• The installer cannot update the existing files
• Your current installation is damaged
• You are changing from the website version to the Microsoft Store version
• You are asked to uninstall it by ComputerSluggish support

Uninstalling may remove shortcuts or settings, so try the normal update method first.

How often should I check for updates?

Easy Gamer Utility normally checks automatically when it opens.

You do not need to check every day.

Check manually when:

• A feature has stopped working
• A supported game is missing
• A launcher has recently changed
• Easy Gamer Utility shows an update message
• You have not opened the program for a long time
• You are troubleshooting an error

Using the latest version is the best way to make sure you have the newest fixes and supported features.

Updating Easy Gamer Utility in simple terms

For the downloadable version, open Easy Gamer Utility while connected to the internet and allow the built-in updater to finish.

If the updater does not start, click the update message and download the latest installer from the official Easy Gamer Utility page.

For the Microsoft Store version, open Microsoft Store and check the Library for updates.