Quicken 2019 for Windows imports data from Quicken for Windows 2010 or newer, Microsoft Money 2008 and 2009 (for Deluxe and higher). Quicken 2019 for Mac imports data from Quicken for Windows 2010 or newer, Quicken for Mac 2015 or newer, Quicken for Mac 2007, Quicken Essentials for Mac, Banktivity.
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Sales of Microsoft Money ceased in 2009 and support ended in 2011, so migrating to another product, such as Quicken, makes good business sense. There is no need to start over from scratch since Quicken has the ability to import your existing files directly from Microsoft Money. You don't even need to export the files first, change the format or use a third-party program to convert them.
1.Start Quicken. Select the 'File' menu, point to 'File Import' and select 'Microsoft Money File.'
2.Select the file you want to move to Quicken and click 'Import.'
3.Wait while Quicken converts the file into the proper format and completes the import process. Click 'Finish' when the file has been moved.
Warning
- Information in this article applies to Quicken 2011 and newer. It may vary slightly or significantly with other versions or products.
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You can transfer Quicken to another computer if you want to upgrade your system or work on two different computers. Moving your files along with the program, however, takes some planning, but it can be done by following a few steps and using a few different methods.
Transfer Quicken to Another Computer
Download the Presto Transfer Quicken program to help you safely--and legally--move Quicken files between computers. The program is available as a free trial from a variety of websites. Keep in mind that it allows for just one free transfer, and once completed, the transfer cannot be undone.
Buy the full version of the Presto Transfer Quicken program if you want to move Quicken to another computer or transfer the files back. The program is inexpensive, and some people assert that it represents the best way to move files fully and safely.
Link the two computers in a network. This can be done through a network adapter and a crossover cable, both of which can be purchased at any computer or office-supply store. More complicated, wireless systems are also available, but the basic method should be fine if your intention is to move and save files.
Look for sites that back up files online. The Quicken Online Backup Service offers a free, 30-day trial, followed by a service that charges a small amount every month to store any transactions you do in Quicken (see Resources below). While the program was originally created to protect users in case of computer crashes, it's certainly useful in the case of moving files to another computer.
Install Quicken again before you go any further. Unless the program itself is present on the new computer, you probably won't be able to access any files, even if the computers are networked.
Tips
Some versions of Quicken, such as Quicken Essentials, won't allow for networking or linking. Deluxe versions are better if you plan on using more than one computer or updating in the near future.
Warnings
Don't forget to back up your files every time you use the program. Without a backup copy, you won't be able to transfer anything to another computer.