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elnewmondo

May 02, 2022 11:35 AM 1 Answers QuickBooks

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I need help with installation of 2020 QuickBooks from 2017 version. I have an old computer which I have the 2017 version. I purchased a new computer and I need to move the QuickBooks 2017 with the 2020

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stvegreu

May 02, 2022

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When you switch to a newer version of QBDT, you'll also need to upgrade your business files if you want to keep utilizing them in QuickBooks Desktop. To update, let's restore a backup copy of your company's files.

To upgrade your previous business file, follow these steps:

Let's make sure everyone in your business file is logged out.
Open your new QuickBooks Desktop version.
If you don't have a business file open, choose Open or Restore Company. You may also choose Open or Restore Company from the File menu.
Next, select Open a business file. Select Restore a backup copy and then Local backup if you have a backup company file (QBB) rather than a company file (QBW).

Look for your corporate file on your computer:

In Step 1, you noted the file's location. Select it, then choose Open.
As an admin user, log in to your business file.
QuickBooks generates an automated backup of your existing company file before you update. To save the backup in a specified folder, choose to Change this default location.
To begin the upgrade, select Update Now.
Select Done when QuickBooks setup is completed.