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I too prefer the QWin, and QM2007 for that matter, method but Quicken claims that more people were confused with eh open line so they decided to not have an always open line in the Mac version. Not sure if they are likely to change that, so I think this is the next best option. Hopefully they will implement this.bert_home said:Actually, I would prefer the functionality to be the same as Quicken for Windows 14 where there is no edit mode and there is always a line available to enter new transactions. All that being said (I'm in the SW business), I don't know what the tradeoff would be or the complications. I'll vote yes,
Or even include an option to turn the open line on or off in preferences so those people confused can turn off if they want.bert_home said:Actually, I would prefer the functionality to be the same as Quicken for Windows 14 where there is no edit mode and there is always a line available to enter new transactions. All that being said (I'm in the SW business), I don't know what the tradeoff would be or the complications. I'll vote yes,
Katie: You do NOT have to use the mouse to create new transactions -- I would hate that, too. First, you can use Command-N to create a blank new transaction at any time. And if you're finishing entering one transaction, instead of pressing Enter, press Command-N and it will save the transaction and open a new one with one keystroke. As soon as you get used to Command-N instead of Enter, you'll be just as fast as you were on Windows.katie said:This reply was created from a merged topic originally titled why can't I hit enter to bring up a new transaction on MAC version?.
I just updated to Mac 2018. I hate that I have to use the mouse to add a "new" transaction when I manually add. On the windows version, when finished with a transaction, hitting enter would automatically bring up a new transaction line. it really slows me down when entering data.
Yes, JM & RickO already pointed that out on the original thread.katie said:This reply was created from a merged topic originally titled why can't I hit enter to bring up a new transaction on MAC version?.
I just updated to Mac 2018. I hate that I have to use the mouse to add a "new" transaction when I manually add. On the windows version, when finished with a transaction, hitting enter would automatically bring up a new transaction line. it really slows me down when entering data.
But if you open a new blank that you don't use, then push Esc to get back to register QM still creates a new blank record!! That is insane.katie said:This reply was created from a merged topic originally titled why can't I hit enter to bring up a new transaction on MAC version?.
I just updated to Mac 2018. I hate that I have to use the mouse to add a "new" transaction when I manually add. On the windows version, when finished with a transaction, hitting enter would automatically bring up a new transaction line. it really slows me down when entering data.
Don’t press Esc; instead, press Command-z to Undo, which will delete the newly-created blank transaction.katie said:This reply was created from a merged topic originally titled why can't I hit enter to bring up a new transaction on MAC version?.
I just updated to Mac 2018. I hate that I have to use the mouse to add a "new" transaction when I manually add. On the windows version, when finished with a transaction, hitting enter would automatically bring up a new transaction line. it really slows me down when entering data.
Fair enough, and thanks, but not answering why would Q possibly create a blank record for a screen which has had no keystrokes?katie said:This reply was created from a merged topic originally titled why can't I hit enter to bring up a new transaction on MAC version?.
I just updated to Mac 2018. I hate that I have to use the mouse to add a "new" transaction when I manually add. On the windows version, when finished with a transaction, hitting enter would automatically bring up a new transaction line. it really slows me down when entering data.
Because in Quicken Mac, creating a new, blank record is independent of filling it with data. You could create a blank transaction, then jump somewhere else -- in that register or another account -- and come back to fill in the data.katie said:This reply was created from a merged topic originally titled why can't I hit enter to bring up a new transaction on MAC version?.
I just updated to Mac 2018. I hate that I have to use the mouse to add a "new" transaction when I manually add. On the windows version, when finished with a transaction, hitting enter would automatically bring up a new transaction line. it really slows me down when entering data.
"If you feel it would be easier to use if Quicken deleted a saved blank transaction, you could create a new question".katie said:This reply was created from a merged topic originally titled why can't I hit enter to bring up a new transaction on MAC version?.
I just updated to Mac 2018. I hate that I have to use the mouse to add a "new" transaction when I manually add. On the windows version, when finished with a transaction, hitting enter would automatically bring up a new transaction line. it really slows me down when entering data.
As a longtime Quicken Mac user, I never used the Esc key to exit a transaction in quicken 2007 and earlier.katie said:This reply was created from a merged topic originally titled why can't I hit enter to bring up a new transaction on MAC version?.
I just updated to Mac 2018. I hate that I have to use the mouse to add a "new" transaction when I manually add. On the windows version, when finished with a transaction, hitting enter would automatically bring up a new transaction line. it really slows me down when entering data.
The original Q for DOS was so sleek and fast. Now it's like they're looking for ways to make it slower and harder. [ I kept my last DOS version going for years after W because it was so cleaner -- used a DOS box on W computers. Gave up in 2013. ]. Now they're so bossy and controlling.katie said:This reply was created from a merged topic originally titled why can't I hit enter to bring up a new transaction on MAC version?.
I just updated to Mac 2018. I hate that I have to use the mouse to add a "new" transaction when I manually add. On the windows version, when finished with a transaction, hitting enter would automatically bring up a new transaction line. it really slows me down when entering data.
There was a design decision to not have this because of the nature of calls they received for support where users easily got confused with a blank entry waiting for data.DL Kirkwood said:SERIOUSLY? A VOTE to decide on COMMON SENSE? Tell me, how much Editing do people actually do compared to ADDING TRANSACTIONS?
THIS is the LAST year I stick with IDIOCY. Go with common sense or lose me.
Sorry...I mistook you for one of the fools who messed up 2007 when they took over. My apologies.DL Kirkwood said:SERIOUSLY? A VOTE to decide on COMMON SENSE? Tell me, how much Editing do people actually do compared to ADDING TRANSACTIONS?
THIS is the LAST year I stick with IDIOCY. Go with common sense or lose me.
I'm not posting to defend the way it works; however, for people who are entering multiple transactions, all you need to do is press command-N after each transaction (or click the "+ New" icon in the bottom toolbar, if you're more of a clicker than a keyboard shortcut fan). That saves the current transaction and opens a blank new one -- with just one keystone or one button click. As a longtime Quicken Mac user, I admit it takes some getting used to, but in the end, it's one keystroke (Command-N) versus another (Return), so it's really no more work.DL Kirkwood said:This reply was created from a merged topic originally titled Go back to Automatic Advance for New Entries.
Why should ANTONE have to hit NEW every single time they want to enter a transaction? That is a waste of time for busy people who only enter things monthly.
I ave asked for this since Quicken split from Intuit a two or threes ago. If I don't see it by the end of the 2018, I am going to a program that does. This shouldn't be THAT difficult to write an update code for!
Then I'd need to press two buttons to get to the next entry, correct? Q2007 (Intuit) automatically showed the next blank transaction after you entered the one you just put it. ZERO buttons to press to enter the next transaction.DL Kirkwood said:This reply was created from a merged topic originally titled Go back to Automatic Advance for New Entries.
Why should ANTONE have to hit NEW every single time they want to enter a transaction? That is a waste of time for busy people who only enter things monthly.
I ave asked for this since Quicken split from Intuit a two or threes ago. If I don't see it by the end of the 2018, I am going to a program that does. This shouldn't be THAT difficult to write an update code for!
No, Quicken 2007 (which I still use) requires one keystroke: Return or Enter. That saves the transaction you've just entered, and opens a new blank transaction. In Quicken 2015-2018, pressing Command-N does the same thing: saves the current transaction and opens a new blank one.DL Kirkwood said:This reply was created from a merged topic originally titled Go back to Automatic Advance for New Entries.
Why should ANTONE have to hit NEW every single time they want to enter a transaction? That is a waste of time for busy people who only enter things monthly.
I ave asked for this since Quicken split from Intuit a two or threes ago. If I don't see it by the end of the 2018, I am going to a program that does. This shouldn't be THAT difficult to write an update code for!
Right, the 2007 Quicken for Mac opens the next blank transaction when you Enter. The newer Quickens (not the Intuit made) do not. After hit Enter, you then must move your cursor down to hover and then drop the selection bar, and then click on "New" to add a blank line to add another transaction. Each time. The 2007 did not work in the new Mac systems (Yosemite or anything after). Never could get it to and when I called for help, was told it is not compatible with anything past Lion.DL Kirkwood said:This reply was created from a merged topic originally titled Go back to Automatic Advance for New Entries.
Why should ANTONE have to hit NEW every single time they want to enter a transaction? That is a waste of time for busy people who only enter things monthly.
I ave asked for this since Quicken split from Intuit a two or threes ago. If I don't see it by the end of the 2018, I am going to a program that does. This shouldn't be THAT difficult to write an update code for!
The way to do this is to NOT press Return or Enter. INSTEAD, press CMD-N.... this will automatically 'enter' the existing transaction AND open a new line without needing to use the New command or pressing CMD-N again.DL Kirkwood said:This reply was created from a merged topic originally titled Go back to Automatic Advance for New Entries.
Why should ANTONE have to hit NEW every single time they want to enter a transaction? That is a waste of time for busy people who only enter things monthly.
I ave asked for this since Quicken split from Intuit a two or threes ago. If I don't see it by the end of the 2018, I am going to a program that does. This shouldn't be THAT difficult to write an update code for!
I'd need to move my fingers into a different position, but I will try this next time and see if I can easily adjust to that. Thanks.DL Kirkwood said:This reply was created from a merged topic originally titled Go back to Automatic Advance for New Entries.
Why should ANTONE have to hit NEW every single time they want to enter a transaction? That is a waste of time for busy people who only enter things monthly.
I ave asked for this since Quicken split from Intuit a two or threes ago. If I don't see it by the end of the 2018, I am going to a program that does. This shouldn't be THAT difficult to write an update code for!
If you prefer a different keyboard shortcut for New Transaction rather than Cmd-N, you can change it as described here:DL Kirkwood said:This reply was created from a merged topic originally titled Go back to Automatic Advance for New Entries.
Why should ANTONE have to hit NEW every single time they want to enter a transaction? That is a waste of time for busy people who only enter things monthly.
I ave asked for this since Quicken split from Intuit a two or threes ago. If I don't see it by the end of the 2018, I am going to a program that does. This shouldn't be THAT difficult to write an update code for!
I would prefer a double letter, but would be problematic when writing....what if I hit command twice, or maybe qq would work?DL Kirkwood said:This reply was created from a merged topic originally titled Go back to Automatic Advance for New Entries.
Why should ANTONE have to hit NEW every single time they want to enter a transaction? That is a waste of time for busy people who only enter things monthly.
I ave asked for this since Quicken split from Intuit a two or threes ago. If I don't see it by the end of the 2018, I am going to a program that does. This shouldn't be THAT difficult to write an update code for!
The CMD key is what is called a modifier key (like OPT, CTRL and SHIFT); to modifies other keys, not itself. And a modifier key needs to be used with another non-modifier key to be used as keyboard shortcuts to functions in a software.DL Kirkwood said:This reply was created from a merged topic originally titled Go back to Automatic Advance for New Entries.
Why should ANTONE have to hit NEW every single time they want to enter a transaction? That is a waste of time for busy people who only enter things monthly.
I ave asked for this since Quicken split from Intuit a two or threes ago. If I don't see it by the end of the 2018, I am going to a program that does. This shouldn't be THAT difficult to write an update code for!
@RickO: Do you know what's interesting: not all shortcut assignments work correctly in Quicken. I was going to suggest to DL a keyboard shortcut like Command-Return, because it's similar to just hitting Return, and doesn't require hand contortions -- but I tried it and it didn't work. Nor did Option-Return nor Control-Return. Using a modifier and other keys seemed to work as expected, but there's something special about a modifier with the Return key that doesn't work as the equivalent of the New Transaction command n Quicken. (It does show up as the keyboard command in the drop-down menu; it just doesn't work.) Same results on Quicken 2018 in Sierra and Quicken 2017 on Yosemite. No biggie; just odd.DL Kirkwood said:This reply was created from a merged topic originally titled Go back to Automatic Advance for New Entries.
Why should ANTONE have to hit NEW every single time they want to enter a transaction? That is a waste of time for busy people who only enter things monthly.
I ave asked for this since Quicken split from Intuit a two or threes ago. If I don't see it by the end of the 2018, I am going to a program that does. This shouldn't be THAT difficult to write an update code for!