Do you want to delete a company file in QuickBooks? Read this section and your doubts will be answered. Deleting a file prevents it from appearing in your company's file list. It can be searched and deleted like any other file in your system. Additionally, you can enter any of the following search terms in the Start menu search bar:

Before starting the steps, it is important to make sure to add an asterisk before the extension type to ensure that the search works correctly.

.qbw (work file)

.qbb (backup file)

.qba (accountant copy file)

.qbx (accountant transfer file)

.qby (accountant change file)

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Important steps to follow before deleting the company file

You must follow certain steps before deleting your company file from your QuickBooks account.

You must log into your QuickBooks account.

Also goes to the chart of accounts.

The next step is to look for the File menu.

You must click the Close Company option.

A drop-down menu will also appear and you should select the Edit tab.

Select the company files you want to delete and place a check mark next to them.

Click the OK tab.

Steps to Find Company Files in QuickBooks Desktop

Finding Company Files in QuickBooks versions involves the following specific steps:

Finding Company Files in QuickBooks Windows (Pro, Premier, Enterprise) First, you need to access the QuickBooks software and locate the file you want to delete.

To open a company, select the Open Company File option and click the Next tab.

Also, select the file you want to delete and click Open.

File location can be determined.

To do this, click the F2 key and you will see the path of the file stored on your computer.

Finally, close QuickBooks and click the File and Exit tab.

Locate your company file in QuickBooks Mac

For QuickBooks Mac, you must follow these steps to recognize your company file.

Now you need to double-click on the QuickBooks software and the company file that you want to delete.

Go to the top menu bar, click the Help tab, and select the Product Information option.

A new screen will open.

Scroll down to see the file location.

Delete the file according to the file path.

The path should be: Files > Intuit > QuickBooks > Company Files > Filename.

Finally, close the screen and you're ready to go.

Conclusion:

Company files are one of the most important elements of QuickBooks. Incorrectly deleting files can result in data loss. Therefore, be sure to delete the correct company file. We hope that after reading this section, you can successfully delete company files in QuickBooks. However, if you have any questions or need technical advice, please contact the QuickBooks Support Team at +1-844-499-6700. We provide immediate support and guidance.