QuickBooks Desktop setup helps you prepare the software for accounting activities. You can create or open a company file and configure your basic business informationÂ
Open QuickBooks Desktop.
Sign in to your Intuit account if requested.
Select the option to create a new company.
Enter your business information.
Choose the appropriate company settings.
Select the features you want to use.
Save the company file.
Review your settings before entering transactions.
Company file will not open: Check the file location and permissions.
Setup freezes: Restart QuickBooks and try again.
Business information is incorrect: Open company settings and update the details.
Features are unavailable: Check your QuickBooks edition and subscription.
A completed setup gives you a ready workspace for managing your business accounts and financial records.