In plain English
This is about an application that already exists, not starting a new one. It means going back to that job application to change details or add more information.
In context
Here, "Update application" denotes the action of revising an existing job application by changing or adding information in it.
- Situation
- Applying for jobs, reading vacancy labels, and following recruitment status
- What it communicates
- lets the user edit or refresh application information.
Meaning limits
By itself, the term does not say whether any revised information will be accepted, reviewed, or lead to any later result.
Examples
“After earning another certificate, she updated her application instead of submitting a new one.”
“Applicants often update an application when their work history changes.”