# Installing and Updating EdgeTX

There are several ways to install or update EdgeTX on your radio transmitter. You can use the online tool EdgeTX buddy or manually install/update the bootloader and firmware using the bootloader method. There are advantages and disadvantages to both ways, so really, it boils down to person preference.

### EdgeTX Buddy

#### Pros

* Firmware and SD card contents are all located in one location
* It takes you step by step through the process
* Normally a simple process.

#### Cons

* Must use a Chromium-based browser to access (Chrome, MS Edge, Brave, Opera, etc.)
* You must have the correct STM32 drivers installed on your computer. Usually, this is automatic. However, some computers install incorrect drivers, which can make this process more difficult.

### Bootloader Method

#### Pros

* Flashing always works
* The flashing process is quicker.
* Does not rely on your computer for flashing

#### Cons

* Firmware, SD Card, and Sound files must be downloaded individually from different locations and placed manually on the SD Card.

**Whichever way you choose, there is a guide that will help you. Below are the migration guides and installation guides for both methods:**

### Migrate from OpenTX to EdgeTX

[Migrate from OpenTX to EdgeTX using EdgeTX Buddy](https://manual.edgetx.org/installing-and-updating-edgetx/update-from-opentx-to-edgetx)

[Migrate from OpenTX to EdgeTX using the Bootloader](https://manual.edgetx.org/installing-and-updating-edgetx/migrate-from-opentx-to-edgetx-using-the-bootloader)

### Update from an earlier version of EdgeTX

[Update from an earlier version of EdgeTX using EdgeTX Buddy](https://manual.edgetx.org/installing-and-updating-edgetx/update-from-opentx-to-edgetx-1)

[Update from an earlier version of EdgeTX using the Bootloader](https://manual.edgetx.org/installing-and-updating-edgetx/update-from-an-earlier-version-of-edgetx-using-the-bootloader)

### Updating radios with STM32H7 MCUs

The update process for STM32H7-based radios is a bit different to other radios, so the update process and options [are documented separately](https://manual.edgetx.org/installing-and-updating-edgetx/updating-your-stm32h7-radio).


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