nRF Connect for Desktop is a cross-platform framework for development applications. It contains apps for testing Bluetooth® Low Energy, monitoring LTE links, power optimization, programming, and more.
You can find detailed NCS tools' operating system requirements here: nRF Connect SDK Supported Operating Systems
After installing and starting the main application, you see an overview of available apps. Click the arrow down button to display additional information about each app.
To install the app:
For easy access, you can create a desktop shortcut by clicking the arrow down button and selecting Create shortcut.
If a new version of the app becomes available, an Update button is displayed next to the Open button. Click this button to install the latest version.
To uninstall the app, click the arrow down button and select Uninstall.