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rardark
May 30, 2023
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Question about Backup Company files in QuickBooks Desktop

  • May 30, 2023
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May I ask if I can just simply copy the files in C:\Users\Public\Public Documents\Intuit\QuickBooks\Company Files instead of using the backup function in QuickBooks Desktop.

 

Thank you very much!

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Fiat Lux - ASIA
Fiat Lux - ASIA
May 30, 2023

You can try to copy *.qbw file to open on another QB program. But if you are working in multiuser mode, you should create a backup file to restore on another machine. 

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Alex M
May 30, 2023

Hi there rardark,

 

it's vital that all your company information is correctly stored so that you can easily manage your books. QuickBooks Desktop is a great tool able to help you keep track of your books as well as back them up to your computer. I can provide some information about backups.

 

To generate a backup for QuickBooks Desktop, i recommend using the built-in feature to create the backup. here is some information about creating a backup and restoring it in QuickBooks Desktop.

 

If you have any other questions, feel free to reach out here

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