Thank you for inquiring about the row shading option, @frn. Having this option is highly beneficial since it enhances the program's visual clarity. I'll share the latest information on this topic.
At present, our product engineers haven't announced any updates regarding the reinstatement of this functionality. However, we greatly value your input and encourage you to submit your ideas directly through QuickBooks Desktop (QBDT). Your suggestions are invaluable, as our development team often considers user feedback for future updates.
Here's how you can share your thoughts with us:
- Open QBDT.
- Click the Help tab at the top menu bar.
- Hover your cursor to Send Feedback Online.
- Tap the Product Suggestion from the drop-down menu.
- Fill out the on-screen instructions in the QuickBooks Feedback window.
- Once done, hit Send Feedback.
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By sharing your insight, you'll be contributing to the ongoing improvement of QuickBooks. We appreciate your patience and commitment to helping us enhance our product.
You may also consider reading this guide on customizing your sales forms, helping you tailor your invoices, estimates, and other documents to align with your brand identity: Use and customize form templates in QuickBooks Desktop.
Alternating row colors can make youe QBDT document easier to read, @frn. I'm always here to assist you further if you need any additional help beyond the missing shade alternate table rows option. Keep me posted in the comments below.