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Update the Addon
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This section explains how to update the LIATool addon to the latest version. Regular updates ensure you have access to the latest features and improvements. To download updates, a token is required. You can request the token by contacting the administrator. The address is structured as `gruber.pavel` followed by `@gmail.com`. Follow the steps below to check for updates and install them efficiently.

.. figure:: /_static/lia-update-0.png
   :alt: Selecting version type
   :align: center

   Update the Addon Panel.


Select Version Type
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Use the dropdown menu labeled `DEVELOPER` or `RELEASE` to choose between development versions and stable releases of the addon.  

.. figure:: /_static/lia-update-1.png
   :alt: Selecting version type
   :align: center

   Selecting the version type (Developer or Release).

View Available Versions
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After selecting the version type, the dropdown will display the currently installed version and other available versions (e.g., `0.5.1`, `0.5.0`). Select the version you wish to download.  

.. figure:: /_static/lia-update-2.png
   :alt: Viewing available versions
   :align: center

   Dropdown showing available versions for download.

Refresh Version List
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If the available versions list does not show the desired version, click the **Refresh** button to update the list. This ensures you are viewing the most recent versions of the addon.  

.. figure:: /_static/lia-update-3.png
   :alt: Refreshing version list
   :align: center

   Clicking the Refresh button to update the list of available versions.

Prepare to Download
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Once the list is updated and the desired version is selected, click the **Download** button to start downloading the addon.  

.. figure:: /_static/lia-update-4.png
   :alt: Preparing to download selected version
   :align: center

   Preparing to download the selected version of the addon.

Token Authorization
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When prompted, enter your token to authorize the download. If you do not have a token, request one by contacting the administrator. The address is structured as `gruber.pavel` followed by `@gmail.com`. After entering the token, press the **+** button to proceed.  

.. figure:: /_static/lia-update-5.png
   :alt: Entering token for authorization
   :align: center

   Expanding the menu to update the token.


.. figure:: /_static/lia-update-6.png
   :alt: Entering token for authorization
   :align: center

   Entering the token to authorize the download.


Confirm Installation
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Once the download is complete, the addon is installed directly into Blender's addon manager.

For detailed instructions on managing the addon after installation, refer to the section :doc:`Installing the LIATool Addon </installation>`. This section provides comprehensive guidance for verifying the installation and troubleshooting any issues.
There is no need to manually download or install the ZIP file again, this means you can skip **Step 3** from the installation process.