How do I delete all transactions and start all over?

Export and import did the trick.  Thanks!

My data is less than 60days old, how do i refresh everything to start from scratch?  Im in Accountant so I don't want to delete the entire client information just all the data i have entered

Hello there, @TamT.

I can think of two scenarios based on your description of the issue above. Let me provide further details about this.

When you're using the QuickBooks Online Accountant (QBOA) software, you'll have to import a blank QuickBooks Desktop file to start from scratch. This is to avoid any possible damage to your account. You can refer to this article for the step-by-step guide: Move your QuickBooks Desktop file to QuickBooks Online.

However, when you're using the QuickBooks Desktop (QBDT) Accountant platform, you can create a new company file from the existing one. Please note that this process copies your preferences, sales tax items, memorized report, and chart of accounts to the new company file. But it doesn't bring over bank or credit card accounts and sensitive info, like Employer Identification Number (EIN) or payroll. Once you're ready, here's how: 

1. Go to the File menu.
2. Select New Company from Existing Company File.
3. Click Browse and find the company file you want to copy.
4. Select the file, then click Open.
5. Give the copy company file a unique name.
6. When you're ready, select Create Company.

In the meantime, I'm adding this article to further guide you in managing your client's account using QuickBooks: QuickBooks Help Articles. It includes topics about account management, advanced accounting, and banking to name a few. You'll have to click the + More topics button to view more selections.

Please don't hesitate to click the Reply button below if you have other concerns about managing your QuickBooks data or inquiries. I'm just around to help. Take care always.

Quickbooks Desktop 2019

I'm trying to create a blank database with only company info and client information.  I want all other information deleted.

I do not have the following in my File menu selections.

1. Go to the File menu.
2. Select New Company from Existing Company File.

Suggestions?

Thanks, Darryl

@dholley328 

That option is not available on QBD Pro/Premier. Secure a backup file, restore it with a new name, and run the Condense Data utility to remove all transactions as a workaround.

I've attempted the File - Condense several times.   It has not removed the data.

I've tried both the All Transactions with everything checked.  And Remove Transactions by Date using today and choosing a date a year ago.  It goes through the motions but nothing is deleted.

Thanks.

Darryl

it worked this time.     Thanks.

I use QB for my rental properties.  I want to delete all the customers and start fresh with a different way of identifying the units (customers).  How do I delete all the customers even those with balances so they do not show on my AR?  

I've got you covered, @Mbmaynard01.

You won't be able to delete customers with balances, instead, you can make them inactive. When you make a customer inactive, they will be removed from the customer's area, reporting options, and any other place where it is listed. Here's how:

1. Go to the Customers menu, then select Customer Center.
2. Select each of your customers and click the pencil icon.
3. Put a checkmark in the Customer is inactive checkbox.
4. Click OK.

You can also read this article to learn how to make multiple customers inactive: Add and edit multiple customers, vendors, and items.

You might want to run and customize reports in QuickBooks Desktop. This will help you view all your sales transactions made.

Please know that I'm just a reply away if you need any further assistance deleting customers. Wishing you all the best, @Mbmaynard01.

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how i can clear/ delete  all transactions??