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Hi there, @Silvia1230. I'm here with some information about converting your file from QuickBooks Desktop (QBDT) for Windows into QuickBooks Mac (QB Mac).
QB Mac 2015 and QBDT Pro 2007 are no longer supported versions. To convert your file, you'll have to use the updated versions of QBDT for Windows and QB Mac. You may install the trial license of Mac 2021 and explore its features. A minimum of macOS X v10.15 (Catalina) is needed. Keep in mind, you won't be able to open your company file in your original version of QuickBooks after you upgrade it. Be sure to back up your file before upgrading it.
On the other hand, if you decide to get the Mac version, you'll have to purchase a new subscription for QB for Mac and install it on your computer. Before you start, be sure that you're familiar with what data is and isn't converted from QuickBooks for Windows to QuickBooks Desktop Mac. Refer to this article for more info: Convert a QuickBooks for Windows file to QuickBooks for Mac.
Step 1: On your Windows computer
- Install and open the QBDT trial version.
- Open the file as the administrator.
- Go to the File menu, then select Utilities.
- Select Copy Company File for QuickBooks Mac, then follow the onscreen instructions. QuickBooks creates a MAC.qbb (backup) file.
- Copy the .qbb file to a CD or USB drive or some other media. You can also use a network or file sharing service, such as Dropbox, to transfer the file.
Step 2: Restore the MAC.qbb backup on your Mac
- Update QuickBooks Desktop for Mac to the latest release.
- Close QuickBooks.
- Copy the .qbb file to your Documents folder.
- Reopen QuickBooks Desktop for Mac, then select File, then select Open Company.
- Select the MAC.qbb file, and then click Open.
- Click OK on when asked if you want to restore a QuickBooks for Windows file.
- Enter a name for the restored file, and then click Save.
The conversion process can take up to ten minutes depending on the size of your data file. When the conversion is complete, QuickBooks opens the file.
Lastly, you can visit our Community Help website for more awesome resources that help you get started with QuickBooks for Mac.
Should you need any further assistance with converting your file, let me know in the comments. I'd be happy to help you in any way that I can. Have a great day!
