Are you also facing issues while using the QuickBooks application? The file doctor tool is a way to go. This is a complete repairing tool to assist users to diagnose and fix QuickBooks related issues. In this post, we have explained to you in detail about QBFD and also, how you can use it on the system.
Brief of Quickbooks File Doctor
Now, before we explain to you how to use the tool on the system, you must be aware of what Quickbooks file doctor is. In simple words, the Quickbooks file doctor tool is a fixation tool that one can use to fix common issues related to your company file. It helps you to repair corrupted or damaged Quickbooks files. The tool is available in stand-alone versions as well as in-built versions, The built-in version is available for Quickbooks 2016 and above versions. For other versions, you will have to use the stand-alone version of the application. Moreover, the tool can be used only for UK and US versions of the Quickbooks application. But, one thing that you must know about the tool is that you can not use it on the Mac operating system.
Error Codes that can be Fixed Using File Doctor Tool
You can use the Quickbooks file doctor to get rid of all the company file issues. Other than this, the following errors can be resolved using this tool:
- Hard disk is infected with malware
- QuickBooks error H505
- H series errors in QuickBooks
- Issues while updating QuickBooks application
- Various multi-user mode issues
- Error code 6000 82
- Different errors related to the Installation of QuickBooks
- QuickBooks error 6000 301
- In case the firewall ports are not correctly configured on the system.
- The QuickBooks application can not open the company file.
- Blank or missing list of vendors.
- Errors related to QuickBooks database server manager.
QBFD Related Facts
Here are some facts related to the Quickbooks file doctor tool that one must be aware of before using the tool.
- In case any other version of the Quickbooks doctor tool is already present on the system, you will have to uninstall it from the system.
- For Quickbooks 2016 and above, the application will be available in the in-built version. But, still, it is highly recommended to use the application in a stand-alone version.
- The application can be accessed only on the Windows operating system and not on Mac.
- Also, there are times when the tool will start automatically on your system when the error will occur. In case it does not start, you will have to choose to start on its own.
The Process to Use Stand-Alone Version of QBFD
The process to use the file doctor tool in a stand-alone version or in-built version is different. Here, in this section, we have explained to you how to use the stand-alone version of the QBFD tool. Here’s the stepwise process that you will have to follow.
- First, you will have to download a compatible version of the Quickbooks doctor tool on the system.
- Now, if the application is already present on the system, you will have to delete the existing version and then only install the latest version.
- After this, you will have to tap on the downloaded file and then start the installation process. In the next prompt, the license prompt will appear on the screen. You will have to tap on the “I Agree” option.
- When done, you will have to select the installation folder. Usually, it is recommended to save it in the C drive.
- Next, you will have to keep clicking on the Next option till you see the Finish button on the screen. Tap on the finish button and complete the process.
- Now, tap on the file doctor tool icon and start the tool.
- Under this, choose the file with which you are facing the issue. When done, tap on the check file damage option.
- When done, in the next prompt, two options will appear on the screen. Choose the first option if you have encountered 6000 error series. Otherwise, you can choose the second option if the H series occurs on the system.
- After this, you will be asked for the password. Type your admin credentials properly and then proceed with the process. Now, you will have to select whether you are operating a file doctor on a workstation or server system.
- When the confirmation prompt appears on the screen, choose Yes. The tool will then start the diagnosis process.
- Wait for the process to complete. On completion of the process, you will have to start the Quickbooks company file.
An Easier Way to Use QBFD
In case you do not want to download and install the application separately, you can also use the tool using the Quickbooks tool hub. Check out the steps to use QBFD using the tool hub.
- First, you will have to end all the background processes running in the background. You will then have to open your updated web browser.
- Next, you will have to download the Quickbooks tool hub from the official website. Make sure to download the compatible version of the tool.
- When done, you need to tap on the downloaded file and then start the installation process.
- Now, you will have to agree on the license prompt and then choose the installation folder. You can also change the folder by clicking on the Browse option.
- After this, follow all the on-screen prompts.
- You will now have to tap on the icon and then start the Quickbooks tool hub on the system.
- Click on the company file issues tab. On this tab, you will have to click on the option for QBFD.
- Wait till the application starts on the system. On the tool window, choose the file that you wish to scan and then choose the start scan option.
- In the end, start the Quickbooks application and check if you are facing issues with the company file.
Winding Up
The tool is magical if you wish to get rid of the Quickbooks issues easily. With all the steps mentioned in the article, you will be able to install and use the tool easily.
