# softwareupdate

> A tool for updating macOS App Store apps via the command-line.
> More information: <https://ss64.com/osx/softwareupdate.html>.

- List all available updates:

`softwareupdate --list`

- Download and install all updates:

`softwareupdate --install --all`

- Download and install all recommended updates:

`softwareupdate --install --req`

- Download and install a specific app:

`softwareupdate --install {{update_name}}`