Cashbook only shows the Demonstration company.

Cashbook only shows the Demonstration company.

Cashbook only shows the Demonstration company

Prior to version 2016, when you first installed the Cashbook Plus program, a demonstration company and a "My Business" file were automatically set up for you.
With PS Cashbook Plus! Version 2016 upwards, only the Demonstration company file is installed on installation.
You are now required to create/add a new company file, into which you can restore your own data, or start from scratch.
 
If you are in the Demonstration company, your Cashbook Plus! window will look the same or similar to the following.:

To Add a New Company :

Step 1. Select Companies

Click on the   File  >  Companies   menu option

Step 2. Available Companies

Click on the   Add   button
 

Step 3. Add a New Company

Add a new company via the  Fast Add  method:
  • Click on the  Fast Add   radial button.
  • Click on the  OK  button.
 
  • Enter the following:
    • Company Name
    • Financial Year Starts On  - this will automatically default to the start of the current financial year
    • Select a   Chart of Accounts  from the drop-down list
    • Default Backup Location  - optional but advisable
    • Click on the  OK  button
 

Step 4. Company now Setup

Your new company file is now setup:
 

Step 5. Restore your Backup

To restore your backup file into new company :

  • Click on  File  >  Restore Data Files   menu option.
See the   Restoring Data from a Backup   link on how to restore your data from an existing backup.
 
Follow this link if you wish to  Add a New Company


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