Install and Setup QuickBooks Desktop With
Effective Steps
The QuickBooks software provides users a straightforward yet robust interface,
making it easier to compile essential data efficiently. QuickBooks Desktop offers
various versions, allowing you to select the one that best suits your needs. Once
purchased, you can upgrade the QuickBooks Desktop installation whenever a new
release becomes available. However, it could be an issue for someone who has
never used QuickBooks Desktop when they want to install and setup
QuickBooks Desktop on their device.
Therefore, this blog will cover the complete QuickBooks Desktop installation
process. Please be sure to read this blog through to the end.
Let’s Set up and Install QuickBooks Desktop
Follow these step-by-step instructions to install QuickBooks Desktop on your system. Make
sure to follow each step carefully. Proper installation and setup of QuickBooks Desktop,
including any necessary payroll configurations, can help prevent errors like QuickBooks error
30159.
Step 1: Get Ready for the Installation
 Verify that the device you use to install QuickBooks Desktop meets all system requirements.
 Save the downloaded QuickBooks installation files in an easily accessible location on
your device.
 Possess crucial installation information, like the license number and product key.
Step 2: Installing QuickBooks Desktop
 Navigate to the folder where you downloaded all the files and locate
the QuickBooks.exe file.
 Double-click the QuickBooks.exe file, then adhere to the prompts on the
screen.
 Read the Software License Agreement and then click the Next button.
 Enter the product key and license number provided when you purchase
the software. Then, click Next to proceed.
Step 3: Choosing the Installation Type
QuickBooks will show you two installations, and you should choose the one
that best suits your needs:
Express Installation
 To continue, click the Express option and choose the Next tab.
 Now choose Install. To use QuickBooks after the installation is finished,
choose Open QuickBooks.
Custom and Network Installation
 To continue, click the Next button after selecting the Custom and Network
Option.
 Now, based on your preferences, choose the option that best represents
how to use QuickBooks.
 On this screen, select the Change Install Location option. Click Browse
to choose the folder where you want to store your QuickBooks files.
 To initiate the installation procedure, select the Next tab. Once it's done,
select to start using Open QuickBooks.
Step 4: Activate QuickBooks Desktop
After successfully installing QuickBooks Desktop, activating it before use is essential.
QuickBooks will prompt you for activation, or you can manually activate it using the
following steps.
 Start QuickBooks Desktop and press the F2 key on your keyboard.
 Go to the Help menu at the top and select Activate QuickBooks Desktop.
 Open the Product Information window to verify the registration status and license
number.
 If it shows Activated, you're ready to go.
 Click OK to close the Product Information window if it shows Not Activated.
 Then, go to the Help menu and choose Activate QuickBooks.
 If required, update the software and activate it.
 Download or install the latest version of QuickBooks Desktop to finalize the
activation process.
Once you complete the steps above to install and setup QuickBooks
Desktop, you can use QuickBooks Desktop on your device. Follow the steps
carefully to avoid interruptions during the installation process. If you encounter any
issues or errors despite following the steps correctly, contact our 24/7 QuickBooks
error support team at 1.855.856.0042 for assistance resolving any issues you may
have encountered.