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Deb MRH-VA
September 13, 2024
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QB Template Layout Designer Changes - Why did they shrink the window?

  • September 13, 2024
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I recently upgraded to QB Desktop 2024 and created a new company so had to update all the templates and create new ones.  The template layout designer provides a ridiculously small window to work in on the left side of the screen.  It used to use the full screen but no more.  Why was it changed so that you have to move the window to a monitor that can enlarge the overall window.  After editing just one form I have a neck cramp from having to get very close to the screen to be able to see what I'm doing.

 

Is there a way to return that screen to full size so it doesn't take so much time to layout a form?

 I assist 6 companies and all are using QB DT 2024 - HELP!!!!!

 

 

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    MariaSoledadG
    MariaSoledadG
    September 13, 2024

    I can see how ideal it is to customize a form with a full window display. Let me guide you on how to fix your screen issues and get back on track with the full display, Deb MRH-VA.

     

    You can change the display default settings to get the recommended and correct setup and get the best result for your QuickBooks Desktop 2024 version. To do so, follow the steps below:

     

    1. Open the Windows Start menu.
    2. Type "QuickBooks" into the search. Then right-click the QuickBooks icon and select Open file location.
    3. In the folder, right-click the QuickBooks.exe file and select Properties.
    4. Go to the Compatibility tab.
    5. Select the Disable display scaling on high DPI settings checkbox. You can also select Change high DPI settings and then Override high DPI scaling behavior.
    6. Click Apply and then OK.

     

    If this works, you're good to go now. However, if it doesn't adjust your view preferences in QuickBooks. Here's how:

     

    1. In QuickBooks, go to the Edit menu and select Preferences.
    2. Select Desktop View from the list and then the My Preferences tab.
    3. In the View section, select the One Window option. Then select OK.

     

    After that, close and reopen QuickBooks and your company file. If it's still not working, continue changing your Windows display setting. I've provided a detailed steps below:

     

    1.  Follow the steps from Microsoft to reset the default display settings for Windows 10 and Windows 8.
    2. Set your screen resolution to at least 1024 x 768. We recommend 1920 x 1080 for the best display.
    3. Next, reset your computer, and open QuickBooks and your company file.

     

    Furthermore, you can also find this feature useful to memorize transactions so you'll get a reminder every time it's due. Check out this article for more details: Create, Edit, or Delete Memorized Transactions.

     

    Feel free to reply below and touch base with us if you have any other concerns about your screen display. The Community is always right here and ready to assist you with all concerns. Have a great day!

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