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QuickBooks Desktop Versions Supported on Windows 10: Everything You Should Know



In today's age of innovation and technology, computer software and apps are replacing our mundane daily tasks. You may automate accounting, inventory management, and other tasks.

But it is necessary to know what makes a program so popular among consumers. It is based on aspects like compatibility with various operating systems.

Microsoft announced Windows 10 as their next operating system on July 29, 2015. It is optional to upgrade the older OS versions to Windows 10.

In this blog article, we will discuss the QuickBooks versions compatible with Windows 10 and other important Windows 10 information.


We recommend you read this article till the end to not miss out on any significant details. You may also contact our QuickBooks support staff at 1800-615-2347 for experienced help.


What is the Windows 10 version?

No one uses the same version of Windows 10. To verify the version and other parameters, follow the instructions mentioned below.


  • The first step is to open the Start menu and type About your PC.

  • The user should then choose About your PC and scroll down to see the version number.


New updates included in Windows 10


  • The start menu is identical to Windows 7.

  • The task switcher in Windows 10 is a virtual desktop.

  • Windows 10 has the newest version.

  • Nfld (4.6)

  • Windows 10 introduces the EDGE browser.


QuickBooks Desktop Versions Supported on Windows 10

After acquiring the version number, the user must locate the QuickBooks-certified version. QuickBooks Desktop supports the versions listed below.

  • Windows 10 version 1809

QuickBooks Desktop 2020 is certified to function properly on Windows 10 version 1809. But QuickBooks Desktop 2017-2019 isn't fully tested.

  • Windows 10 version 1803

QuickBooks desktop 2017-2020 are fully certified to perform optimally on this Windows operating system version.

  • Windows 10 version 1709

As with the previous version, QuickBooks Desktop 2017-2020 is certified to run flawlessly on Windows 10 version 1709.

  • Windows 10 versions 1507, 1511, 1607, and 1703

Users of these Windows editions should upgrade to the newest version of Windows 10. Microsoft has already stopped supporting the stated versions.


QuickBooks 2016 R7 and newer versions are compatible with Windows 10


It is good news that all QuickBooks 2016 R7 customers may operate with Windows 10. If the user uses a QuickBooks version before R7, they must upgrade to the most recent version to function efficiently. However, QuickBooks 2016 R7 and later users do not need to update and can run on Windows 10.

  • Prior until 2014

QuickBooks 2014 is not supported on Windows 10, and using it may cause compatibility difficulties or a total disaster. So, to continue using QuickBooks, we ask that you update to 2014 or 2015.

  • QuickBooks 2015 & 2016 (R1-R6)

As a QuickBooks user, you may attempt to launch QuickBooks 2015 on Windows 10. To do so effectively, you must activate the.NET Framework 3.5, which is usually disabled by default by Microsoft, to provide the greatest user experience when using an operating system that does not support QuickBooks.


QuickBooks 2015 runs on Windows 10. To enable.NET 3.5 for QuickBooks 2015, follow the instructions below


  • The first step is to click “Start.”

  • Then, hit “Windows + R” to launch the “Run” window.

  • After that, enter “Control Panel” and press “OK.”

  • Then choose “Turn Windows features ON or OFF” after selecting “Uninstall a program.”

  • After clicking on the one mentioned above, a dialogue window stating “.NET Framework 3.5,” coupled with.NET Framework 4.5, will display.

  • How to Repair or Reinstall Microsoft.NET Framework

  • The user must enable the option. If disabled, then enabled.

  • To finish the procedure, the user should “Reboot” the machine.

This was all the information about versions of QuickBooks Desktop compatible with Windows 10. In case you run into any issue using a QuickBooks Desktop version that should work with Windows 10, you can dial 1800-615-2347 and speak to our certified QuickBooks experts for help.

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