Does it usually take a long time to gather my data""

Hi there, @kleanpawz-info-g.

We want to help you with your concern about gathering data in QuickBooks. However, we need more information about it to provide the right resolution and to get this sorted out promptly.
 
In the meantime, you can check the following articles for some information about how you can import and export data:

• Manually import transactions into QuickBooks Self-Employed
• Export your data from QuickBooks Self-Employed

Drop me a reply if I can help you with anything else. Hope you have a good one.