To create a data file when MYOB AccountEdge isn’t running

To create a data file when MYOB AccountEdge isn’t running

If you haven’t already read the Your Data File Overview, see Creating data files for more information.Locate the MYOB AccountEdge icon on your computer.

The icon you’re looking for is named AccountEdge Data, and it’s located in the folder that was created when you installed MYOB AccountEdge.

If you chose all the suggested options during the installation process, your AccountEdge system will be installed in the AccountEdge folder and contain a number of icons.

Once you’ve located the MYOB AccountEdge icon, open it. The Welcome to MYOB window appears.

Click the Create A New MYOB AccountEdge Data File button. The first step in the MYOB AccountEdge New Data File Assistant appears.

Follow the steps that appear on your computer screen. If you need additional information about the answers you’ll enter during the New Data File Assistant, be sure to click the Help button at the bottom of each window in the Assistant.

When you’ve completed all the steps in the New Data File Assistant, your new data file will be created, and you’ll be ready to set up your company’s records in the data file.

Click the Setup Assistant button if you’re ready to set up your company’s records now. You can use the Easy Setup Assistant to walk you through the major setup tasks you need to perform.

Click Finish if you wish to set up your records at a later time.

To create a data file when MYOB AccountEdge isn’t running