How to Install QuickBooks Desktop Point of Sale

QuickBooks Desktop Point of Sale is built for your retail business having both online and in-store inclusive. It ensures simple […]

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QuickBooks Desktop Point of Sale is built for your retail business having both online and in-store inclusive. It ensures simple and sorted e-commerce integration, contactless and hassle-free payment options, multichannel inventory management, and a whole lot more.

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It is highly recommended to install QuickBooks Desktop Point of Sale as it provides you with the following features:

  • It offers more streamlined ways of making sales.
  • It provides more payment options.
  • It can help you to expand e-commerce.
  • It helps to enhance accuracy.
  • Its use can also minimize data entry.

Now that you are done with the overview part, read this article till the very end about the installation process of QuickBooks Desktop point of sale.

How to Install QuickBooks Desktop Point of Sale?

To install QuickBooks Desktop Point of Sale successfully and explore it on your system with ease, you first need to download it and then go for the installation part. The download and installation parts are further comprised of some steps mentioned as under:

Step 1: Download QuickBooks Desktop Point of Sale

Follow the steps given below when you try to download QuickBooks Desktop Point of Sale.

  • Navigate the QuickBooks software and head on to the page “Downloads and Updates“.
  • After that, choose the option “QuickBooks Point of Sale“.
  • Click on the Search tab after choosing the version and edition of the QuickBooks software.
  • Then, go and check for the edition and version of QuickBooks Point of Sale and see if the required credentials are correct or not.
  • If they are found to be appropriate, then hit the “Download” as the final step.

After completing the downloading part, you can now proceed with the installation part.

Step 2: Install QuickBooks Desktop Point of Sale

Before going ahead with the installation of QuickBooks Desktop Point of Sale to the latest version, it is advisable to check and verify the requirements of your system. Once the system requirements seem to be compatible for this purpose, follow the steps below to finally install QuickBooks Desktop Point of sale.

  • The first and foremost step is to head on to the location where you had downloaded the QuickBooks Point of Sale Desktop.
  • Look for the workable QuickBooks Point of Sale file for example “QBPOSv18.exe“. Once found, click on it twice.
  • As the next step, choose “Yes to All” if asked to overwrite the extracted files that are present already.
  • Tap Next to begin with the installation process.
  • Go through the Software License Agreement thoroughly. If you agree to it, click “I accept the terms in the license agreement” and then tap “Next“.
  • Fill your License and Product numbers in the space provided. Once done, hit the “Next” button again.
  • Pick out how many computers you want to make use of while working on QuickBooks Point of Sale.
    If you are working on single-user mode, choose the option “Only this computer” and carry on with the installation process.

If you are working on Multi-user mode, choose the option “Two or more computers“. After that, you need to check whether it is a Server or Client workstation. Read the pointers below to know about the Server and Client workstations:

  • Choose the option “Back“, if you want to view any of the previously displayed details again.
  • Tap “Install” to complete the installation process.
  • Having done with the installation, you are supposed to restart your computer system and open QuickBooks Desktop Point of Sale again to activate it.

Following the steps mentioned above, you must be able to install QuickBooks Desktop Point of Sale easily on your computer system.

This article is aimed to make you familiar with the steps you need to follow to install QuickBooks Desktop Point of Sale software along with a brief description of the software and its key features. After carefully following the above-mentioned steps, if you still fail to do the installation properly without any glitches or errors, reach out to the Dancing Numbers team for better assistance.

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How does E-commerce Expand after I Install QuickBooks Desktop Point of Sale?

After you install QuickBooks Desktop Point of Sale, it can bring growth in e-commerce in the following ways:

It helps you manage several channels (in-store and online inclusive) in a single place.
It can help prevent over-selling by the use of automatic inventory processes.
You get the updated details of the sales made both online and in-store.
Sales, inventory, and consumer activity can be managed simultaneously in one place.

What Points should be kept in mind before I Install QuickBooks Desktop Point of Sale?

d install QuickBooks Desktop Point of Sale, the points mentioned below must be kept in mind prior:

The version of the Windows Server must be up-to-date.
You must have proper connectivity to the Internet.
Appropriate Settings on the Firewall, as required for the installation process.

What Changes I can have in the Payment Process once I Successfully Install QuickBooks Desktop Point of Sale?

With the help of QuickBooks Desktop Point of Sale, you can ease the payment process because this software can:

Provide Contact-less payments such as Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Samsung Pay.
Help customers to select from simplified yet flexible payment plans that too at dynamic prices.
Help to accept the payments directly into the QuickBooks Point of Sale in a safe and secured manner.

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Estimate
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Sales Receipt
Sales Order
Statement Charge

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Bill Payment
Purchase Order
Item Receipt
Vendor Credit

Banking Transactions

Check
Journal Entry
Deposit
Transfer Funds
Bank Statement
Credit Card Statement
Credit Card Charge
Credit Card Credit

Employee Transaction / List

Time Tracking
Employee Payroll
Wage Items

Others

Inventory Adjustment
Inventory Transfer
Vehicle Mileage

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Frequently Asked Questions

 
How and What all can I Export in Dancing Numbers?

You need to click "Start" to Export data From QuickBooks Desktop using Dancing Numbers, and In the export process, you need to select the type you want to export, like lists, transactions, etc. After that, apply the filters, select the fields, and then do the export.

You can export a Chart of Accounts, Customers, Items, and all the available transactions from QuickBooks Desktop.


How can I Import in Dancing Numbers?

To use the service, you have to open both the software QuickBooks and Dancing Numbers on your system. To import the data, you have to update the Dancing Numbers file and then map the fields and import it.


How can I Delete in Dancing Numbers?

In the Delete process, select the file, lists, or transactions you want to delete, then apply the filters on the file and then click on the Delete option.


How can I import Credit Card charges into QuickBooks Desktop?

First of all, Click the Import (Start) available on the Home Screen. For selecting the file, click on "select your file," Alternatively, you can also click "Browse file" to browse and choose the desired file. You can also click on the "View sample file" to go to the Dancing Numbers sample file. Then, set up the mapping of the file column related to QuickBooks fields. To review your file data on the preview screen, just click on "next," which shows your file data.


Which file types are supported by Dancing Numbers?

XLS, XLXS, etc., are supported file formats by Dancing Numbers.


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Dancing Numbers offers four varieties of plans. The most popular one is the basic plan and the Accountant basic, the Accountant pro, and Accountant Premium.


How can I contact the customer service of Dancing Numbers if any issue arises after purchasing?

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How can I Import Price Level List into QuickBooks Desktop through Dancing Numbers?

First, click the import button on the Home Screen. Then click "Select your file" from your system. Next, set up the mapping of the file column related to the QuickBooks field. Dancing Numbers template file does this automatically; you just need to download the Dancing Number Template file.

To review your file data on the preview screen, just click on "next," which shows your file data.


What are some of the features of Dancing Numbers to be used for QuickBooks Desktop?

Dancing Numbers is SaaS-based software that is easy to integrate with any QuickBooks account. With the help of this software, you can import, export, as well as erase lists and transactions from the Company files. Also, you can simplify and automate the process using Dancing Numbers which will help in saving time and increasing efficiency and productivity. Just fill in the data in the relevant fields and apply the appropriate features and it’s done.

Furthermore, using Dancing Numbers saves a lot of your time and money which you can otherwise invest in the growth and expansion of your business. It is free from any human errors, works automatically, and has a brilliant user-friendly interface and a lot more.


Why should do you change the Employee status instead of deleting them on QuickBooks?

If you are unable to see the option to terminate an employee on your list of active employees on the company payroll, this mostly implies that they have some history. Thus, if you change the employee status instead of deleting it on QuickBooks, the profile and pay records remain in your accounting database without any data loss in your tax payments.


Is it possible to use the Direct Connect option to sync bank transactions and other such details between Bank of America and QuickBooks?

Yes, absolutely. You can use the Direct Connect Option by enrolling for the Direct Connect service which will allow you access to the small business online banking option at bankofamerica.com. This feature allows you to share bills, payments, information, and much more.


Why should do you change the Employee status instead of deleting them on QuickBooks?

If you are unable to see the option to terminate an employee on your list of active employees on the company payroll, this mostly implies that they have some history. Thus, if you change the employee status instead of deleting it on QuickBooks, the profile and pay records remain in your accounting database without any data loss in your tax payments.


What are the various kinds of accounts you could access in QuickBooks?

QuickBooks allows you to access almost all types of accounts, including but not limited to savings account, checking account, credit card accounts, and money market accounts.

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