So, I’m thinking about installing Windows on my new Mac for the sole purpose of running the Windows version of Quicken with a full budgeting feature. My question is will all my data on Quicken for Mac 2007 transfer to the new Windows version, or will I lose data in the switch? Any thoughts would be appreciated.
I exported a QIF file from Quicken 2002 for Mac and attempted to import this file into Quicken 2008 for Windows. I read the instructions on the Quicken web site however, much of it is obsolete because it refers to outdated Mac System Preferences which no longer have an International tab for setting the date.
The same QIF file imported seamlessly into the Mac application SEE Finance but has incorrect dates in Quicken for Windows. All of the date years are 19xx where they should be 20xx. I can’t imagine why another application would have a not problem with the dates but going from Quicken to Quicken doesn’t work.
Within the QIF file, all of the Transaction dates are 2 digit years, such as 1/11/11. The Quicken for Mac application also uses 2 digit date years and I notice that Quicken for Windows used 4 digits for the year.
Question: Should the QIF file contain Transaction dates expressed in 4 digit years or 2 digits as exported from Quicken for Mac?
Any other suggestions?
The same QIF file imported seamlessly into the Mac application SEE Finance but has incorrect dates in Quicken for Windows. All of the date years are 19xx where they should be 20xx. I can’t imagine why another application would have a not problem with the dates but going from Quicken to Quicken doesn’t work.
Within the QIF file, all of the Transaction dates are 2 digit years, such as 1/11/11. The Quicken for Mac application also uses 2 digit date years and I notice that Quicken for Windows used 4 digits for the year.
Question: Should the QIF file contain Transaction dates expressed in 4 digit years or 2 digits as exported from Quicken for Mac?
Any other suggestions?
You can transfer Quicken to another computer if you want to upgrade your system or work on two different computers. Moving your files along with the program, however, takes some planning, but it can be done by following a few steps and using a few different methods.
Transfer Quicken to Another Computer
Download the Presto Transfer Quicken program to help you safely--and legally--move Quicken files between computers. The program is available as a free trial from a variety of websites. Keep in mind that it allows for just one free transfer, and once completed, the transfer cannot be undone.
Buy the full version of the Presto Transfer Quicken program if you want to move Quicken to another computer or transfer the files back. The program is inexpensive, and some people assert that it represents the best way to move files fully and safely.
Link the two computers in a network. This can be done through a network adapter and a crossover cable, both of which can be purchased at any computer or office-supply store. More complicated, wireless systems are also available, but the basic method should be fine if your intention is to move and save files.
Look for sites that back up files online. The Quicken Online Backup Service offers a free, 30-day trial, followed by a service that charges a small amount every month to store any transactions you do in Quicken (see Resources below). While the program was originally created to protect users in case of computer crashes, it's certainly useful in the case of moving files to another computer.
Install Quicken again before you go any further. Unless the program itself is present on the new computer, you probably won't be able to access any files, even if the computers are networked.
Tips
Some versions of Quicken, such as Quicken Essentials, won't allow for networking or linking. Deluxe versions are better if you plan on using more than one computer or updating in the near future.
Warnings
Don't forget to back up your files every time you use the program. Without a backup copy, you won't be able to transfer anything to another computer.
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