Quicken files share between mac and PC?

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Quicken files share between mac and PC?

I know this is really not the forum for this but someone may be able to give me this answer.

Client has a PC and Mac at home wants to share the Quicken file between the two computers.

Will Intuit allow Quicken to be open on both PC and Mac?

I am thinking the answer is no

Mac Mini, Mac OS X (10.3.9)

Posted on Jan 17, 2006 8:31 AM

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Answer 1

a brody

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Jan 17, 2006 8:39 AM in response to Jeffrey Sheldon1

There are some limits as to what can be imported, but whatever can be exported by either Quicken into a QIF file usually can be transferred over. Remember though there are different versions of QIF by Quicken release, so make sure to use the right common version that each can use. Intuit's support website may have additional info about this type of importing. I haven't successfully done one of these transfers myself, just know it is possible.

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Answer 2

Jan 30, 2006 6:56 PM in response to a brody

Thanks but not really answering my question. Can I open a Quicken file that was opened in Quicken Windows with Quicken Mac?

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Answer 3

Ferd II

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Jan 30, 2006 8:20 PM in response to Jeffrey Sheldon1

Jeffrey,

The short answer is No.

The long answer is No.

Quicken data files are not meant to be transferred between Quicken for Microsoft Windows and Quicken for Mac. Currently, there is not an available converter tool. There is a manual process available to accommodate the infrequent switch from one operating system to another; Intuit does not recommend performing this process on a regular basis. It is important to note that not all data will convert seamlessly. There is potential for duplication or loss of data due to major differences inherent to the operating system or version you are switching to.

;~)

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Answer 4

Jan 30, 2006 8:21 PM in response to Jeffrey Sheldon1

When I moved from the PC world (14 months ago), moving my Quicken data file was a bit of a challenge.

See this...
http://web.intuit.com/support/quicken/2003/mac/2159.html

This guy has another method...
http://www.detto.com/media/PressRelease092904.htm

It depends on what exactly you want to accomplish. But, it is sure not like taking a PC Word file to a Mac Word file.

Steve

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