Step-by-Step Guide: How to Download and Install QuickBooks Tool Hub

Introduction

The QuickBooks Tool Hub provides access to various utilities that can help diagnose and fix issues with your QuickBooks Desktop software. Having the Tool Hub installed before problems occur can help you resolve errors faster. Follow this simple step-by-step guide to download and install the Tool Hub on your Windows PC.

Prerequisites

Before installing the Tool Hub, ensure your computer meets these requirements:

· Running Windows 10 or Windows 8/8.1. Tool Hub is not compatible with earlier Windows versions.

· Have QuickBooks Desktop installed, version Pro, Premier, or Enterprise 2018 or newer.

· Have administrator access to install programs on your computer.

· An active internet connection to download the Tool Hub.

Step 1: Download the QuickBooks Tool Hub

Go to QuickBooksToolHub.com in your internet browser. Click the big yellow “Download” button on the homepage.

Save the QuickBooksToolHub.exe file to your computer. Take note of the download location.

Step 2: Close Out of QuickBooks

Before installing the Tool Hub, make sure your QuickBooks Desktop software is completely closed. Having QuickBooks open during install can disrupt the process.

Open your task manager and end any running QuickBooks processes. Also close out of any active Chrome browser windows.

Step 3: Run the Installer .exe File

Navigate to the folder location where you saved the QuickBooksToolHub.exe installer file.

Double click the .exe file to launch it. Click Yes at the User Account Control prompt to allow it to run.

Step 4: Accept the License Agreement

The setup wizard will appear. Read the license agreement, then check the box to accept the terms and click Next.

Step 5: Select Installation Folder

Keep the default installation folder or choose a different location if desired. Click Next to continue.

Step 6: Confirm Installation

The wizard will now summarize the installation details. Verify it looks correct, then click the Install button to proceed.

Step 7: Wait for Install to Complete

The Tool Hub will now install. This may take several minutes. Do not disrupt the computer during this process.

When finished, you will see a confirmation message that Tool Hub installed successfully. Click Finish to exit the wizard.

Step 8: Launch the QuickBooks Tool Hub

You can now open the QuickBooks Tool Hub on your computer. Use the Windows Start Menu or search for “QuickBooks Tool Hub” to find it.

The first time you launch the hub, you’ll go through a quick setup process. Review the terms and connect the hub to your QuickBooks account.

Step 9: Select Tools to Install

In the hub, click the tools menu to browse all available utilities. Check the box next to each one you want to install such as File Doctor, Rebuild Data Utility, etc.

Click Install Selected Tools. Enter your admin password when prompted. The selected tools will download and install.

Step 10: Run Tools As Needed

You can now launch any installed Tool Hub tools from the Windows Start Menu as needed to diagnose and resolve QuickBooks errors.

Be sure to run them while QuickBooks is closed. Review tool documentation for operating instructions.

Keep the Tool Hub updated by clicking “Check for Updates” in the hub menu. Reinstall tools after any major QuickBooks updates.

Conclusion

Following these steps will get the QuickBooks Tool Hub downloaded, installed, and ready to help troubleshoot issues with your company file. Having Tool Hub available before problems occur makes fixing errors much easier!

The key tools to install are File Doctor, Rebuild Data Utility, Network Diagnostic Tool, and Sync Manager. Refer to the hub anytime QuickBooks acts up for fast repairs.

Also Read: QuickBooks File Doctor: How to Repair your Damaged Company file or Network?