In my perfect world I would click the X on QuickBooks, it would close, back itself up automatically and I would be done in 1 click. That day is finally here! Follow the steps below to setup QB to do the same.
How to Use Quickbooks Automatic Backup
Please follow the instructions within Quickbooks 2012 Pro to set up automatic backups.
- Select File > Create Backup. This will open the Backup Wizard.
- Select Local Backup. If you have not already done so, click Options to set your backup defaults (such as where you want to save your local backup), and then click Next.
- Click “Only schedule future backups” (to create a schedule without running a backup) and click Next.
- Select the first checkbox and enter a number to specify how often you want your company file to be backed up. For example, to backup your data file every time you close it, type 1 in the field provided. The backup will be stored in the location you specified in the Create Backup: Options window. To create a scheduled backup click New and fill in the details. Since I am the only user I have opted to NOT schedule a backup and ONLY backup when Quickbooks is closed. Here is a look at my settings:
- Click Finish to close the wizard.