IN lately there is often confusion when users instead of stable versions Google chrome those who have a higher number set themselves. At the same time, people are not aware that Chrome is distributed through several update channels. And even more so they don’t know about the difference between these versions. Therefore, we decided to write a short note in order to briefly describe all possible versions.
Chromium
Chromium is not Google Chrome! The Chromium project is a free open-source project to create a fast and light browser. It is updated almost constantly. Several relatively working versions may be released at once. It does not know how to auto-update. Ordinary users Not recommended. Read more about the differences from Google Chrome.
Google chrome canary
Canary is essentially the daily build of Google Chrome from current versions of Chromium. Accordingly, it is not stable. But it is installed in the system regardless of other versions of Chrome and can auto-update. Ideal for developers and just those who want to be the first to see all the changes in the browser. For permanent work is not recommended.
Google chrome dev
Version for developers (test / dev). After several versions of Canaries, all changes are released as test dev assemblies. It is updated when it is: sometimes every 2 days, and sometimes they forget about it for a week. This version has the least sense: it’s better not to use it (not stable) for permanent work, and Canary is better for testing new chips.
Google Chrome Beta
Beta version is it and in Africa beta version. Relatively stable assembly released to look for possible mistakes stable before release. The beta version has already formed the whole set of major changes, i.e. From version to version, they only fix errors, but do not add anything new.
Google Chrome Stable
A stable version of Chrome is obtained from a beta version in which no errors were found. If errors are found to be stable, they will promptly auto-update. According to the schedule, a new stable Google Chrome with new features and functions should be released every 6 weeks. Recommended for regular users.
To view some sites on the Internet or to install some plugins, a browser update is required. Many plug-ins refuse to function in conjunction with the updated version of Chrome (however, this situation is observed in very rare cases).
If the user is aware of which version of the browser he is using, then he will be able to find a solution to compatibility problems without any problems. This article will tell you how to get version information of your Google Chrome browser.
How to find the right information
It should be noted that the old and new versions of the popular browser may have some differences. For example, the first menu icon will be marked with a wrench. The second icon has three horizontal lines. The layout of the menu itself is the same in both versions.
Other ways to get data on the current version of Google Chrome
You can find out which version of Google Chrome you have now by going to the main menu. You will have to find the section where there is information about the functions of the browser.
Google Chrome is usually always updated automatically on a regular basis (the automatic update function must be activated in the options). For this reason, if you often have to check the version of Chrome, do not be surprised, the version number is constantly changing.
Chrome will definitely notify you whether a particular version of Chrome is considered the most top-end. The information that your browser version is the latest is listed under the Chrome number itself.
Default, popular browser Google Chrome is set to update in automatic in the background (silent installation occurs when the browser restarts), however, if desired, start this procedure can manually. Just note that this can be done for free and very simple.
If you have not restarted your browser for a long time (starting from 2 days or more) and at the same time Chrome has released new updates, then the button Menu with three dashes in the upper right change color on green (more than 2 days), orange (4), red (7).
If you click on this button, you will see the item there Update googleChrome.
New updates come out infrequently (on average every 2-3 months), so you can see this button quite rarely.
After pressing this button and restart browser applications will be updated to the most relevant. Current version will be distinguished by stability, security, speed and expansion functionality for the user compared to the previous ones. 
In earlier versions, instead of a button with three dashes, a button with vertical ellipsis.
After pressing it, select " About Google Chrome"- automatic verification and installation will start, and then restart Chrome. After restarting everything open tabs will remain, they can be easily restored.
Smartphone Browser Update
On a smartphone or tablet, Google Chrome browser should also update automatically. If nevertheless this did not happen - you can verify availability of updates and install them if necessary. How to do it for different operating systems consider further.
Android
Open Play market
. Click on the menu button on the left - My apps and games.
Select “ There are updates". Find in the list ChromiumIf it is there, install it. 
Note if the administrator of the gadget you are using set a ban to update Chrome, then this feature will not be available. Also note that some of the new features will not be available for some legacy gadgets (from OS to Android 4.0).
We use iOS
Run Appstore. There is a button below Updates - click on it. Among the available, select updates for Chrome - Refresh. You may need to provide your password for Apple ID, after which it will boot and install a new version browser. 
By the way, if you do not have this application, you can find and download it in iTunes.
Check the current version and check for updates
Find out which version of the browser is currently being used, as well as check if there are new updates in the menu item ABOUT google browser Chrome. In some versions, it may be a sub-item of a section. reference
