QuickBooks running slow can obstruct your day-to-day accounting activities. There are multi-faceted reasons that can trigger performance issues in QuickBooks Desktop, and to resolve the error, it is essential to be aware of the root causes behind the issue. An outdated version of the QuickBooks, corrupt installation of the QuickBooks software, or the corrupt hard-drive are some of the main reasons behind the error. However, several other reasons can also affect QuickBooks Desktop performance that we have discussed further in this article along with some quick methods to fix the performance issues. Follow the complete article until the end for detailed troubleshooting instructions.
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Reasons that Cause QuickBooks to Work Slow
- Incorrect application setup.
- Damaged QuickBooks Desktop company file.
- QuickBooks Database service is not running while you are using QuickBooks in multi-user mode.
- Outdated Windows operating system files.
- Using an outdated QuickBooks Desktop application.
Troubleshooting Steps to Fix QuickBooks Desktop Performance Issues
Step 1: Troubleshoot Network and Company File Issues using QuickBooks File Doctor
- Download QuickBooks File Doctor from official website.
- Install QuickBooks File Doctor and run the app from the desktop.
- Select the option to repair both company file and network damage.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to proceed further with the repair.
- Once QBFD repair all the errors within the company file and the network, restart Windows and check if there are any improvements in the performance of QuickBooks.
Step 2: Update QuickBooks Desktop and Windows OS
To Update Windows:
Go to the Control Panel from the settings and click Windows Update.
Hit Check for Updates option and wait until Windows check for the available updates.
Once the Install Updates now option is displayed, select it and restart your computer when prompted.
Wait until Windows install all the updates on the boot screen.
To Update QuickBooks:
Open QB Desktop, and from the Help tab click About QuickBooks.
Select the option that says Update QuickBooks.
Put a checkmark next to QuickBooks and all the added features options.
Click download updates and once the updates are downloaded, click Install Updates.
After the installation, restart your computer and try to run QuickBooks Desktop once again.
In case, if your QuickBooks Running Slow, then it could be because of the corrupt or partial installation of your QuickBooks Desktop application. We suggest you take a backup of your company file data and clean install QuickBooks using QuickBooks clean install tool. If you need additional assistance performing the advanced troubleshooting, then dial 844-888-4666 and get “QuickBooks Running Slow” issues resolved in minutes.