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joe-joebarron-in
Level 2

Terms and conditions character limit

Im running into issues with the 4000 character limit on estimates for terms and conditions. 

It seems to be a common issue, but a lot of people have grumbled about on the forum here.

Anyways, a QuickBooks associate mentioned the only way to solve the problem was to upload a PDF of my terms and conditions to the estimate.

Running issues with the solution because I have to manually add PDF each time I create an estimate because you can’t add an attachment to an estimate template. 

I even tried to create a default customer with a template that I attached the pdf to. My intention was every time I would create an estimate I could go into that estimate and duplicate it as the starting point, which would include the attached PDF, which I already attached to the estimate however, every time duplicate this estimate wipes out the attachments field. What’s the purpose of the duplicate button if it’s not duplicate every single aspect of the estimate?

 

long story short . I need a larger limit of at least 10,000 characters or I need The ability to add an attachment to estimate template so every time I create an estimate, it already has the attachment of the terms and conditions or I will be moving by business to another provider. The fact that this is an issue really surprises me. 

1 Comment 1
ChristieAnn
QuickBooks Team

Terms and conditions character limit

Hello there, joe.

 

I appreciate the steps you've performed and the details you shared. The option that allows you to enter 10,000 characters in the estimate or an attachment to a template is currently unavailable. I can see how crucial it is to make running your business easier. I'll ensure you can send feedback so this suggestion is forwarded to the Product Development Team.

 

I recommend submitting feedback on the ability to have more than 4000 characters or add an attachment to the estimate template. The recommendations are sent to our engineer for consideration in future updates.

 

Here's how:

 

  1. Click the Gear icon at the top.
  2. Choose Feedback.
  3. Enter your comments or product suggestions. Then, select Next to submit feedback.

 

On the other hand, please know that when duplicating an estimate, the attachment will also automatically be included. Since this doesn't happen on your end, I recommend logging into QBO using a private/incognito browser. Then, duplicate the transaction from there. This is to rule out any webpage issues, as incognito mode doesn't store local files or cache.

 

Use these keyboard shortcuts based on the browser you're using:

 

  • For Firefox or Microsoft Edge, press Ctrl + Shift + P.
  • For Chrome, press Ctrl + Shift + N.
  • For Safari, hold down Command + Shift + N.

 

If it works in incognito, you'll need to clear the cache of your regular browser. It deletes the history or log of sites so you can start with a clean slate. If the steps above don't work, use another supported browser as an alternative.

 

In case you need steps on how you can view all created estimates and their status at a glance, you can read this article: View sales transactions in QuickBooks Online.

 

Please don't hesitate to come back again if you need further help with your estimates or any QuickBooks-related concerns. We'd be more than happy to assist you 24/7, joe. Take care!