How do I force Software Center to update the available software list? - Support - my.UQ (2024)

In some cases, the available software list within Software Center is incomplete or outdated. To force the list to update:

1. Open the 'Start' menu, then type 'control panel' into the search box.
2. Click 'Control Panel' when it appears.
3. Within Control Panel, select 'Configuration Manager'. If you can't see this, ensure the Control Panel's 'View by' is set to 'Large icons' or 'Small icons'.

   
   

   See Also

   Clear Application Content from SCCM Client Cache

4. Select the 'Actions' tab.
5. Select the following actions one at a time and click 'Run Now' for each:
   • Application Deployment Evaluation Cycle
   • Machine Policy Retrieval & Evaluation Cycle
   • Software Inventory Cycle

The available software in Software Center should update soon. Within Software Center, pressing the F5 key will refresh the list.