It is very natural for users to upgrade to a new system in a business. Intuit developers understand this and offer an option to Transfer QuickBooks file to Another computer. They have developed a special software called Migrator Tool for this process. You need to ensure that both of your devices have an internet connection. You will also require a USB drive with enough space to move your company file.

Do you want to move QuickBooks to a new computer? Reach out to an experts, and they can provide you with a step-by-step guide for the same. 

How does Migrator Tool Work?

You need a USB drive and an internet connection to use this tool. The working of Migrator Tool can be defined in 4 different steps:- 

• To copy everything on your new computer, you'll need to create a difficult password. Make a note of the password, so you don't forget it. This password is only required once for the migrator tool.

• This tool will copy the last 3 files you opened on your application along with the supporting files on a USB drive.

• The USB drive will then be used to move the files, but most of the technical work will be done by Migrator Tool.

• This tool will download the correct version of QuickBooks Desktop on your new device and set it up with your files.

Using Migrator Tool to Move QuickBooks Desktop

Using the migrator tool is the easiest way to move QuickBooks Desktop 2018 and later versions. You need to be a company admin to use this tool. It can be used to move up to three files to another computer. You need to connect a USB flash drive to your new computer before using the Migrator Tool. The process to transfer a QuickBooks file to a new computer can be done in two different parts. Let’s look at them in detail:- 

Step 1- Things to do on your old computer 

• Run QuickBooks on your old device.

• Go to the File menu and choose Utilities. 

• Click on Move QuickBooks to another computer and tap on I’m Ready.

• Now create a one-time password. Note down this password as you will need it to move the files on new device

• Follow the on-screen instruction and select the USB flash drive you want to use. 

• Wait for the files to get copied and then eject the USB.

Step 2- Things to do on your new computer

• Insert the USB flash drive on your new system. The Migrator Tool will not open automatically.

• Open your flash drive and double click on Move_QuickBooks.bat file to start the migrator.

• Enter in the one time password you generated on your old device and tap on Let’s go.

• Wait for the Migrator Tool to finish it’s process. The amount of time the migrator tool will take depends on the size of your company file, speed of your computer and internet. 

The migrator tool will immediately delete your QuickBooks files from your USB flash drive. On your old PC, your QuickBooks files will remain. It is advised to change the file's name on your old device to avoid using the wrong file. 

Conclusion

So now we hope you know how to transfer QuickBooks to a new computer. The migrator tool will take care of the major technical part. If you are still unable to complete the transfer processor is stuck somewhere; reach out to an expert and they will provide you with proper guidance.