Odoo UI Not Updating? Clear the Cache!

Odoo UI Not Updating? Clear the Cache!

Have you ever made changes in Odoo, only to find that they magically disappear—or worse, never show up in the first place?

You tweak a view, update a module, or adjust a setting, but the interface stubbornly stays the same. Frustrating, right? Before you panic and start questioning your sanity (or Odoo’s reliability), there’s a simple fix you might be missing: clearing the cache.

In this guide, we’ll walk through why Odoo’s UI sometimes doesn’t update, how to force a refresh, and other troubleshooting steps to save you time and headaches.

Why Does Odoo’s UI Get “Stuck”?

Odoo, like many web applications, relies on caching to speed up performance. Caching stores frequently used data (like UI elements) so the system doesn’t have to reload them every time. But sometimes, this efficiency backfires:

  • Browser Cache – Your browser saves old versions of pages to load them faster.
  • Odoo Server Cache – Odoo stores temporary data to reduce database queries.
  • Developer Mode Quirks – If you’re customizing views or modules, changes may not reflect immediately.

Luckily, fixing this is usually quick.

How to Force Odoo to Update the UI

1. Clear the Odoo Server Cache

If changes aren’t appearing, Odoo’s internal cache might be holding onto old data.

✅ Steps:

  1. Go to Settings (the gear icon).
  2. Navigate to Technical → Cache.
  3. Click Clear or Clear All.

This forces Odoo to reload fresh data.

2. Restart Odoo in Developer Mode (--dev=reload)

If you’re actively developing or debugging, Odoo’s --dev=reload flag automatically refreshes views when you save changes.

✅ Steps:

  • Stop your Odoo server (if running locally).
  • Restart it with:
    odoo-bin --dev=reload
  • Now, any UI changes (like XML views) should update instantly.

3. Hard Refresh Your Browser (Ctrl + F5 or Cmd + Shift + R)

Browsers love caching old files. A hard refresh bypasses this and reloads everything from scratch.

✅ Shortcuts:

  • Windows/Linux: Ctrl + F5
  • Mac: Cmd + Shift + R

4. Clear Your Browser Cache Manually

If a hard refresh doesn’t work, try clearing your browser’s stored data.

✅ Steps (Chrome Example):

  1. Press Ctrl + Shift + Delete.
  2. Select "Cached images and files".
  3. Click "Clear data".

5. Try a Different Browser or Incognito Mode

Sometimes, browser extensions or corrupted cache files interfere. Testing in Incognito Mode or another browser (Firefox, Edge) can help isolate the issue.

Still Not Working? Extra Troubleshooting Tips

If clearing the cache doesn’t solve the problem, try these steps:

🔹 Check if the Module is Properly Installed

  • Go to Apps → Update Apps List, then reinstall the module.

🔹 Verify User Permissions

  • Some UI changes (like menu items) require correct access rights.

🔹 Inspect for JavaScript Errors

  • Open browser console (F12 → Console) to check for errors.

🔹 Restart the Odoo Service

  • If on a server, run:
    sudo service odoo restart

Final Thoughts: Keep Calm and Clear Cache!

Most Odoo UI update issues boil down to caching. Before diving into complex debugging, always try clearing the cache first—it’s the easiest and most overlooked fix.

💡 Pro Tip: Bookmark this guide (or save the shortcuts) so you can quickly troubleshoot next time!

Your Turn

Have you ever spent hours debugging an Odoo issue, only to realize it was just a cache problem? Share your story in the comments! 🚀

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