keep on desktop

I've got your back on moving and restoring your backup file, @jerseydane.

QuickBooks Desktop (QBDT) allows you to use an external device or a hosting service when backing up your company file. However, when you're trying to restore it, you'll need to move it to your local hard drive first. I understand that it's another process. However, it's how QBDT works when restoring a backup file to avoid errors.

Here's an article you can check for more details: Back up your QuickBooks Desktop company file.

On the other hand, resetting the password for QuickBooks Desktop requires a code that is sent to your email. This is to ensure the security of the account.

I'm adding this article for detailed information: Reset your password for QuickBooks Desktop.

Please let me know if you need clarification about this, or there's anything else I can do for you. I'll be standing by for your response. Have a great day.

Good day, @jerseydane!

Did the information I provided answer your inquiries? If you need further assistance on creating a backup file for your company, you're welcome to post again or leave a reply below. I want to make sure everything is taken care of.

Have a great day ahead!

Mark,

So sorry, I had a heck of a time to find my way back here. I was the first time I reached out for help so it took me a while. Thank you for your time and help.

I understand what you are writing but it was really not what I wanted to hear. :-))

I guess the older version I had, 2017 I think, could do that. So I have to get used to it.

I do have an issue regarding entering inventory, can I ask you about that?

Thanks again

Michael 

Good day to you, @Michael.

No worries, I understand how important your time is. In the Community, we value your time and to our other users.

In regards to your concern in entering inventory to your QuickBooks Desktop (QBDT) software, can you share with me more details about it? This way, I’ll be able to provide you the right fix for it. Any additional information is appreciated.

If you’re referring to adjusting your inventory quantity, we’ll need to create an adjustment account before we can make any changes. Let me guide you how:

1. Go to the Company menu.
2. Select Chart of Accounts.
3. Click the Account drop-down menu, then select New.
4. From the Other Account Types drop-down, select Cost of Goods Sold.
5. Name this account “Inventory Adjustments”, and then click Save and Close.

Once done, we can now adjust to your inventory. For the complete guidelines about the process, you can refer to this link for reference: Adjust your inventory quantity or value in QuickBooks Desktop.

Furthermore, I’m adding these resources that you can read for more details in managing your inventory effectively: 

• Understand inventory assets and cost of goods sold tracking
• Receive inventory

Please know that you’re always welcome to leave a reply or question. Just take your time and rest assured I’m always around to back you. Have a great day and stay well.