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April 9, 2025
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ADJUSTING JOURNAL ENTRIES ON QUICKBOOKS DESKTOP

  • April 9, 2025
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Hello, everyone

please how do i do  adjusting journal entries on quickbooks premier 2020 desktop version.

thanks

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QuickBooks Team
April 9, 2025

To create journal adjustments, just click on the Adjusting Entry box in the Make General Journal Entries section, Joy. I'll guide you through the process.

 

It’s best to use journal entries in QuickBooks only when needed. It is set up to work best with functions like enter bills and make deposits. Although some information from journal entries can show up in reports, it might not include everything, which can lead to missing details.

 

For the most clear and complete reports, use the specific tools provided for each transaction. It's advisable to consult your accountant during this process to ensure everything is correct.

 

Here's how to adjust:

 

  1. Go to the Company menu and choose Make General Journal Entries.


     
  2. Change the date if necessary.
  3. Enter the required information, such as the AccountDebitCredit, and Memo.
  4. Before saving, check the Adjusting Entry box to mark it as an adjusting journal entry.
  5. Once done, click Save & Close.

 

Additionally, I've included this article for your future reference to assist you in creating and customizing an Adjustment Journal Entry report. This will help you monitor and review the details of each adjustment transaction you have made.

 

Journal entries are crucial for keeping your financial records accurate. If you have any questions about making journal adjustments, please feel free to reply to this thread.

April 23, 2026

Hello. I am using Quickbooks Desktop Pro Plus 2024 and when I go to make Journal entries there is NO SELECTION BOX to choose/mark Adjusting Journal Entry. In my case how do I make an AJE? Please see the attached screeshot

 

 

QuickBooks Team
April 23, 2026

Hello, @tfarooqui. The Adjusting Entry checkbox is only available in the Accountant Edition of QuickBooks Desktop. This is the reason why you're unable to see it.
 

To access this option, switch to the Accountant Edition through this path: File > Toggle to Another Edition > Accountant Edition > Next > Toggle.


Once you checked the Adjusting Entry box, those transactions will appear in your Adjusting Journal Entries reports.

Please let me know in the comments if you have other concerns. I'm always here to help!