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Thank you for getting in touch about your QuickBooks migration needs. I understand that you’re looking to transition from QuickBooks Online to the Desktop version and is suggested considering third-party help for this process. However, I’m here to offer guidance to ensure you have a smooth and successful transition.
To begin the process, you'll need to download the migration tool to help you export your data. Please note that the QuickBooks Desktop Pro version has been discontinued.
Moving forward, you can use the free 30-day trial version of QuickBooks Desktop Enterprise to convert your online file to QBDT. When you're ready, here’s how to download the migration tool in QuickBooks Online:
1. Sign in to QuickBooks Online and go to the Export Overview page.
2. Click Get Started and select the Download tool.
3. Install the migration tool, then hit Next.
4. Read and accept the terms in the license agreement and click Next.
5. Then select Install, and Finish.
Once the installation is complete, you can export your online data. Follow these steps:
1. On the Prepare to export page, click Continue.
2. Select the QuickBooks Online data you want to export and click Continue.
3. On the Request your data page, click Continue.
4. Fill in the Name and Email address fields, then click Continue.
5. You will return to the Export Overview page. Under Prepare to export, follow the instructions for online migration, then click Continue.
6. In the Exporting from QuickBooks Online page, click Continue to Download and select Download QBXML file.
7. Save the file to your desktop and click Continue.
Next, refer to Step 3: Run the QuickBooks Desktop migration tool in this article to guide you through converting your file: Move data from QuickBooks Online to QuickBooks Desktop.
Additionally, you can check these references to assist you further during the migration process:
- Learn how data moves from QuickBooks Online to QuickBooks Desktop
- QuickBooks Desktop Migration Tool FAQ
With this information, you can easily utilize your file in QBDT and continue to manage your account. If you have any further questions, please don't hesitate to comment down below. Stay safe!
