conversion

Hello there, @buildxp.

I can help you convert or upgrade your company file to a newer version.

First, you can create a backup of the current file. It protects your data in case of system failure or file corruption. Here's how:

1. Go to the File menu.
2. Choose Back Up Company, then Create Local Backup.
3. Click Next, then choose where you want to save your backup copy. 

Once you've saved your backup of the company file, you can now install QuickBooks Desktop 2021. Make sure to select the correct region, product, and version.

After the installer has been downloaded, it's time to run it. Then, you can restore your file to the new location. Here's how:

1. In QuickBooks, go to the File menu and select Open or Restore Company.
2. Select Restore a backup copy and then Next.
3. Select Local Backup and then Next.
4. Browse your computer for your backup company file. It should look like this: [Your company name].qbb.
5. Select a folder to decide where to save your restored company file. Then select Open.
6. Sign in to your company file as an admin user.
7. Before you upgrade, QuickBooks automatically creates a backup of your existing company file. You can select Change this default location to save the backup in a specific folder.
8. Select Update Now to start the upgrade.
9. When QuickBooks finishes, select Done.

Then, update the software to the latest release so you'll always have the latest features and fixes. 

Note: After the file has been updated, you won't be able to use it in the lower version.

For more details about upgrading QuickBooks Desktop to a newer version, you can read these resources:

• Upgrade to newer versions of QuickBooks Desktop.
• Upgrade your company files after switching to a new version of QuickBooks Desktop.

Comment below if you have follow-up questions about converting a file to the latest version of QuickBooks Desktop. You can also mention which QBD year version you have. I'm always here to help. Have a good one!

@buildxp 

Which QBD year version do you have?