Quicken Essentials Changelog

What's new in Quicken Essentials 1.7.4

Apr 24, 2013
  • Fixed a crashing issue when opening a file that contains a downloaded quote that is not a number
  • Fixed an issue where the Save button was not enabled when editing a category or tag that already existed
  • Launch in 32-bit mode under 10.6 to prevent a crashing issue when the application is used with the latest HP printer driver update
  • Removed "2010" from 2 of the pre defined tags
  • Fixed an issue where searching for a mixed alphanumeric string returned results with only numeric values

New in Quicken Essentials 1.7.3 (Jan 25, 2013)

  • Added Quicken 2007 file import capabilities
  • Bug fixes

New in Quicken Essentials 1.7.2 (Jul 20, 2012)

  • Bug Fixes:
  • Updated: Removed support for MobileMe backup because the MobileMe service has been discontinued by Apple.
  • Fixed: Fixed a crash that could occur when selecting the Login to Quicken Connect option.
  • Fixed: Fixed an issue where the written amount on a check did not match the numerical amount.
  • Fixed: Fixed an issue where categories with sub-categories were being duplicated during QXF import.
  • Fixed: Fixed an issue with QMTF export that associated memos with the wrong split item.
  • Fixed: Corrected the Market Value calculation for bonds.
  • Fixed: Fixed an issue where some Web Connect QFX files failed to import.
  • Fixed: Non-chronological dates can no longer be entered in the QMTF export dialog.
  • Fixed: Scheduled Transactions now display the scheduling calendar in the check display.
  • Fixed: Fixed an issue where a backup could not be restored without a document open.
  • Fixed: Corrected the date and timezone printed on CSV reports.
  • Fixed: Fixed an issue where undoing the deletion of a Quicken Connect account, then trying to update would result in a 2001 error.
  • Fixed: Fixed an issue where the Show Memo checkbox could not be unchecked in Category Summary and Tax Schedule Reports.
  • Fixed: Fixed an issue where deleting a very large number of transactions would log a user out.
  • Fixed: Mountain Lion: Enabled support for Gatekeeper functionality.

New in Quicken Essentials 1.7.1 (Mar 7, 2012)

  • Improved downloading of stock prices
  • Updated 2012 End User License Agreement
  • General bug fixes

New in Quicken Essentials 1.6.1 (Dec 19, 2011)

  • Double-clicking an account in the Account Status window will open the register for that account.
  • Files that have the HFS “busy” flag turned on will no longer cause a "File is busy" alert on Lion.
  • Register searches using date ranges will now work properly in all time zones.
  • Register searches will now find values in the Check # column.
  • Direct Connect downloads that have unexpected Bond or Option data will no longer affect the market value calculation.
  • Direct Connect servers that generate invalid OFX DTEND values will no longer prevent future downloads.
  • Direct Connect servers that generate invalid OFX with un-escaped ampersands will no longer prevent downloads.
  • Transactions that contain illegal characters (like tab, new line, and return) are no longer skipped when importing a Quicken 2007 file.
  • Accounts that have a Last Check Number of 0 are no longer skipped when importing a Quicken 2007 file.
  • Importing a Quicken 2007 file containing multiple accounts that have the same online banking settings will no longer cause some accounts to be skipped.
  • Transactions that have split lines which do not add up to equal the transaction amount will no longer be skipped when importing a Quicken 2007 file.

New in Quicken Essentials 16.0 (Mar 19, 2008)

  • New! Easily download and track your 401(k) portfolio. Quicken Mac now makes it possible for you to download your 401(k) information � share holdings, daily prices and more � so you can easily monitor your retirement investments and plan for the future.1
  • New! More detailed paycheck tracking. Now you can enter all of the deductions from your gross paycheck to more closely follow where this key piece of income is going. Plan ahead for tax time by entering the amount you've paid in state and federal taxes, medical benefits, FICA, and personal spending accounts or retirement plans.
  • New! Mac exclusive! Use the new QuickEntry Widget to quickly enter expenses. Now there's a fast and easy way to enter your expenses � without launching the entire Quicken Mac 2007 application. Simply click the QuickEntry Widget in your Dashboard, enter the amount, and it'll be automatically recorded.2
  • Improved! Easier backup to .Mac. Keep your files safe and secure. Added security and encryption makes it easy for you to back up your Quicken data files to .Mac.3
  • New! Know precisely what your balances and holdings are. Synchronize your balances and share information for a quick and clear picture of your investments.