How to Update Sourcetree
- George Apostolov
How to Update Sourcetree: step-by-step guide
Open your Sourcetree account.
Click on the 'Refresh' button found in the lower left corner of your Sourcetree account.
You may also open your repository and click on 'Settings'.
Click 'Advanced'.
Check the 'Refresh remote status in the background' button.
Click 'OK' to update your Sourcetree.
Quick answer: To update Sourcetree, click the Refresh button in the lower left corner of your account. Alternatively, open your repository, go to Settings, select Advanced, check the Refresh remote status in the background button, and click OK.
About this Sourcetree tutorial
Keep your Sourcetree app updated by refreshing your remote status via the settings or the lower left corner button. This guide shows how to update Sourcetree in 6 steps, starting with "Open your Sourcetree account" and finishing with "Click 'OK' to update your Sourcetree". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Sourcetree interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to update Sourcetree?
6 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Sourcetree data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Sourcetree. Related guides: How to Update Sourcetree Mercurial, How to Use Personal Access Token in Sourcetree and How to Use SourceTree with Bitbucket. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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