File extension .QFX
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Quicken Financial Exchange Format | Intuit | Data Files |
The .QFX (Quicken Financial Exchange) file extension is a data file generated by Quicken personal finance software. The file is used to import/export data between Quicken and financial institutions in order to update information in the user’s account records. The information stored in .QFX files can include transactions, account information, security information, and other financial data.
The primary purpose of the .QFX file format is to allow users to download data from their financial institutions into Quicken, making it easier to track income and expenses. The information stored in .QFX files can also be imported into Apple QuickBooks, Microsoft Money, and other personal financial management programs. Other similar file extensions used for personal financial management include .ofx, .qif, and .qdf.
Technical Details
The technical details of the .QFX format support records marked as either “credit” or “debit” transactions. These records are indexed using a unique numerical value and can also contain references such as check numbers and check line entries. Information stored in .QFX files includes Debit, Credit, Balance Amount, Date of Transaction, Transaction Type, Payee name, Address, Phone number and other payment transaction details.
Associated Software
Quicken, Apple QuickBooks, Microsoft Money and other personal finance programs are capable of opening and editing .QFX files. Some online services may also be able to open these files. They may require specialized software for users to view or edit the actual text contents of the files.
Programs for WINDOWS system
Programs for MAC system
Programs for LINUX system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .QFX) with the new application. If this does not happen, we can help the system a bit by selecting the software for it, which it should always use to open files with the .QFX extension.
When choosing the software we can select the system to use this software every time.
Remember!
Using it for the first time it is good to check whether the .QFX file opened in the application can be read by us and opens in a way that allows us to use it. If everything is in order, select this option the next time you open a file with the .QFX extension. However, if the file has not opened correctly, we have to look for a different software, with which we can open files with the .QFX extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .QFX file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .QFX file has not meet your expectations, you can try searching other websites. But remember to avoid downloading programs "that can open any file". These applications not only have very limited functionality, but may also expose you to expense tens of dollars when purchasing a license.
In the vast majority of cases you will find the program dedicated to support the .QFX file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .QFX file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .QFX file has no errors
- or if it has been copied (or downloaded by the browser) thoroughly
Author’s guidelines
Mr B. Adam
Author of the guidelines / Founder of FileExtension.info
New technologies enthusiast, helping to solve problems with the files.
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