If you prefer not performing an update (for example because some 3rd-party content is not ready for the current release of Eclipse IDE and the update reports conflicts), you can still download a fresh install of the Eclipse IDE and install it in another location on your filesystem, and use it together with the previous version. (this is the same URL that will be used for release).The only difference is that you should add the 2 following URLs as Available sites before running Check for updates in order to let Eclipse IDE locate the milestones/release-candidates: The same process as above can be used to enable update to milestones or release candidates of the Eclipse IDE (which have already been partially tested before being published, but might still contain unknown issues for you to report to Bugzilla). The similar workflow can be used to hide and disable automatic proposal of major upgrades.īeta-testing milestones and release candidates Enable the Latest Eclipse release repository by ticking the checkbox.Open the Available Software Sites preference page.
To always enable major upgrades of your IDE once and for all: Performing a full relaunch should display the new version number. Note that the start splash screen may be cached and will not necessarily be updated to the latest version after the IDE is restarted.Otherwise, read carefully the error message to find out which component is conflicting and establish your resolution strategy. If updates are found, proceed through the install wizard and restart the IDE when prompted.Enter the URL of the new repository (for example, ).Window > Preferences > Install/Update > Available Software Sites.You first need to add the new release's repository as follows:.
To upgrade Eclipse IDE to the next major release Upgrading existing Eclipse IDE and Installed Features to newer release