Quicken For Mac Os High Sierra
Quicken today announced the launch of the 2018 version of its popular finance and budgeting software for the PC and Mac. Quicken 2018 introduces access to online bills from more than 11,000.
Each time a new operating system arrives, there comes an ubiquitous head-to-head battle: is the new one any better than previous one? Is upgrading worth the effort?
Today we’re going to answer these questions (and a few more) in regards to the new macOS 10.13 High Sierra and its older twin, macOS Sierra. We’ll drill into new features that are worth upgrading as well as downsides if you decide to install macOS High Sierra Beta. At the same time, we’ll have a closer look at regular Sierra version, which may just be strong enough to stick to many Mac users’ preferences.
So, let’s put all cards on the table and go for an unbiased macOS High Sierra vs macOS Sierra comparison. After a bit of fact-checking, we’ll leave it to you whether or not to upgrade to macOS High Sierra Beta.
Reasons you should upgrade to macOS High Sierra Beta
The macOS 10.13 High Sierra packs a bunch of new features that promise more capabilities for gaming, virtual and augmented reality. Then, there’s a series of small refinements that capitalize on a better, faster and more powerful UI. Here’s why you should probably upgrade to macOS High Sierra.
A better file system
One of the main arguments for the macOS High Sierra is, undoubtedly, the improved file system, which has received a significant speed boost. The new APFS (Apple File System), as it is now called, completely reorganizes how data is stored and processed, making it easy for users to copy files faster. For instance, the new copying algorithm allows to send a file to a new location, without storing both copies on drive. The Time Machine has got more flexible and now requires less drive space to operate. From now on your files are better protected against accidental crashes, which is obviously a strong selling point.
Enhanced graphics, VR and AR in Metal 2
If you’re looking for just one reason to upgrade to macOS High Sierra Beta, this is it. Metal 2 is the improved technology wrapped around GPU settings and, basically, an accelerator for your apps. It’s really a game-changer in macOS High Sierra, leveraging powerful tools for developers that can now benefit from external GPU support.
New high-end editing tools in Photos
The Photos app has evolved with a set of new tools for easy, in-depth editing — Curves, Selective Colors — just to name a few. Amusingly enough, you can now launch external editing tools, like Photoshop, right inside Photos. More live effects and a new sidebar to organize your collections should make photo business more fun in macOS High Sierra.
HD videos that take less space
The new macOS High Sierra also introduces some great space-saving techniques, while maintaining the video quality as high as ever. High-Efficiency Video Coding (HEVC) is finally supported, which brings video compression to the next level. To put it short, your smaller size videos will look uber cool in Ultra HD.
Safari takes on speed
When run on macOS High Sierra, Safari could be the fastest browser ever invented. Period. Not to mention it also got safer and a lot less annoying, by giving users more power to block their unwanted ads.
Siri gets smarter
Recently named the world’s most popular voice assistant, Siri has moved one grade up in macOS High Sierra. Compared to the previous OS, it speaks in a more natural voice and can even DJ at your parties. Well, at least create your favorite playlists and answer music-related questions.
Of course, these are just cherries on top of the new macOS 10.13 High Sierra. If you’re already converted by now and can’t wait to hit the Install button, here are some sobering points that may make you change your mind.
Reasons you should stick with macOS Sierra (for now)
When analyzing the new features of macOS High Sierra, everything sounds great in theory. However, keep in mind that, for now, the download is only available to Apple Developers and is in Beta Version, which says a lot of possible issues and bugs will inevitably pop up.
What’s more, depending on how old your Mac is, it’s possible that it won’t be able to support all the improved capabilities that macOS High Sierra brings to the table. From this standpoint, if you’re not willing to risk your system to help Apple test High Sierra, you might be safer with regular macOS Sierra until the official version of macOS 10.13 High Sierra is released.
Most experts agree that the current update looks less of a breakthrough, but rather a scrupulous rework under the hood. That means if you aren’t a software developer or a gamer, you might not even notice the difference.
And the last reason, 32-bit apps will no longer be supported in macOS High Sierra. It concerns quite a few apps, really, (ones that don’t have a 64-bit version) but if some of your favorites are 32-bit, you are really out of luck.
Feature Comparison | macOS Sierra | macOS High Sierra |
Size on drive | 4.78 GB | about 3 GB |
Graphics | Metal (API) basic | Metal 2, perfect for gaming |
Video | H.264 compression | H.265, 40% Ultra HD |
Photos | Easy photo organization, face recognition | Built-in advanced editor, more effects added |
File System | HFS+, used for 20 years | APFS, faster file operation |
If you are not entirely convinced about switching and yet want your Mac to run better, you can look into some simpler solutions. After all, upgrading your Mac’s OS is a big move, a die-and-reborn type — you cannot predict all possible risks. At the same time, most Macs require cleaning and optimization after some months of use, like repairing disk permissions or re-indexing Spotlight search. This way you’ll boost the performance of your current OS.
How to speed up and optimize your Mac
Final tips before switching to macOS High Sierra
- Backup your most important data
- Remove junk from system folders — CleanMyMac X will do it in just minutes
- Update all your apps (by clicking Check for updates…)
- Delete large & old files to free up drive space
The latter can be done with CleanMyMac, the most popular Mac cleaning app in the world, that finds 74 GB of junk on an average Mac. Check it out — you can download it for free and clean 500 MB of system junk free of charge.
Thanks for getting to the bottom of this article. Hope it helps, folks. Stay tuned!
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- edited August 2018I'm using 4.6.2 on the latest High Sierra Beta with zero problems.
- edited August 2018Music to my ears. High Sierra was officially released this past Monday, 9/25/2017. I’ve been waiting for someone to confirm compatibility or not. Since High Sierra has been presented as a “refinement” release I was hoping there wouldn’t be many compatibility issues.
- edited August 2018Big problems with my Quicken 2007: won't backup my files
- edited September 2017
Are you using APFS or HFS+?Big problems with my Quicken 2007: won't backup my files
- edited September 2017
it says QDFMBig problems with my Quicken 2007: won't backup my files
- edited September 2017
I have a feeling that's not the answer you were looking for. How can I find out what type I have?Big problems with my Quicken 2007: won't backup my files
- edited September 2017
Here is some info on how to see filesystem format.Big problems with my Quicken 2007: won't backup my files
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT208033
Or Open a Terminal Window and type the following command
disktuil list
For your install volume if it says Apple_HFS it is HFS+, it will say Apple_APFS for the new APFS filesystem - edited September 2017
Thanks. my file is APFS.Big problems with my Quicken 2007: won't backup my files
- edited March 2018
Yes,k as these 2 graphics show, one is APFS, and HFS+ shows as Mac OS Extended:Big problems with my Quicken 2007: won't backup my files
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- edited September 2017
Please clarify what problems you are having with backups. So far I have heard that QM2007 refuses to perform automated backups and gives error messages that it cannot do them. Same errors whether backing up to internal SSD or external drive. All users that have reported are using APFS.Big problems with my Quicken 2007: won't backup my files
No reports yet if the same problem exists with HFS+ (Mac OS Extended).
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- edited September 2017
For Completeness, please confirm if you are using the new APFS drive format or the legacy HFS+ (Mac OS Extended) format.I'm using 4.6.2 on the latest High Sierra Beta with zero problems.
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- edited September 2017
For Completeness, please confirm if you are using the new APFS drive format or the legacy HFS+ (Mac OS Extended) format.Music to my ears. High Sierra was officially released this past Monday, 9/25/2017. I’ve been waiting for someone to confirm compatibility or not. Since High Sierra has been presented as a “refinement” release I was hoping there wouldn’t be many compatibility issues.
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- edited September 2017
Actually, since this thread has been created for QM2017 compatibility, please continue any discussion regarding compatibility between QM2007 and High Sierra here:Big problems with my Quicken 2007: won't backup my files
Is Quicken for Mac 2007 (QM2007) Compatible with High Sierra (macOS 10.13)?
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- edited September 2017
I have a 1TB Fusion drive which cannot be converted to APFS yet. I am still on HFS+Music to my ears. High Sierra was officially released this past Monday, 9/25/2017. I’ve been waiting for someone to confirm compatibility or not. Since High Sierra has been presented as a “refinement” release I was hoping there wouldn’t be many compatibility issues.
- edited September 2017
Apple stated that High Sierra will only convert SSD drives to APFS at this time. Standard HDDs apparently can be converted manually.Music to my ears. High Sierra was officially released this past Monday, 9/25/2017. I’ve been waiting for someone to confirm compatibility or not. Since High Sierra has been presented as a “refinement” release I was hoping there wouldn’t be many compatibility issues.
- edited October 2017I can now confirm that Quicken 2017 version 4.6.4 is running okay on my Late 2013 iMac 14,2 with macOS High Sierra 10.13 installed.
- edited September 2017
Thanks for the update. :-)Music to my ears. High Sierra was officially released this past Monday, 9/25/2017. I’ve been waiting for someone to confirm compatibility or not. Since High Sierra has been presented as a “refinement” release I was hoping there wouldn’t be many compatibility issues.
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- edited October 2017
And is your boot drive an SSD that was converted to APFS?I can now confirm that Quicken 2017 version 4.6.4 is running okay on my Late 2013 iMac 14,2 with macOS High Sierra 10.13 installed.
- edited October 2017
No, as I said before, I have a 1TB Fusion drive that is not yet compatible with APFS so I am still on HFS+ file system.I can now confirm that Quicken 2017 version 4.6.4 is running okay on my Late 2013 iMac 14,2 with macOS High Sierra 10.13 installed.
- edited August 2018Mac OS 10.13 seems to work with Quicken 2007 16.2.4, HOWEVER check printing preference settings may need to be adjusted. I print on voucher checks, and the numerical amount field was not printing the cents digit after the Mac OS upgrade. I managed to fix the problem by changing the Amount Width setting to 10. This setting can be found at: (Quicken) Preferences.. > Print Checks > Positioning > Amount Width. Since the OS upgrade, the check printing font had somehow changed to American Typewriter from my previous font, Helvetica. I was able to change it back.
I would not be surprised if there are similar printing issues when printing reports. - edited October 2017
Todd, This thread is for QM2017 and High Sierra. For QM2007 and High Sierra, please see and post in this thread:Mac OS 10.13 seems to work with Quicken 2007 16.2.4, HOWEVER check printing preference settings may need to be adjusted. I print on voucher checks, and the numerical amount field was not printing the cents digit after the Mac OS upgrade. I managed to fix the problem by changing the Amount Width setting to 10. This setting can be found at: (Quicken) Preferences.. > Print Checks > Positioning > Amount Width. Since the OS upgrade, the check printing font had somehow changed to American Typewriter from my previous font, Helvetica. I was able to change it back.
I would not be surprised if there are similar printing issues when printing reports.
https://getsatisfaction.com/quickencommunity/topics/is-quicken-for-mac-2007-qm2007-compatible-with-h..Quicken Mac Subscription; Quicken Mac user since the early 90s - edited October 2017
Yes, thx for sharing but please post this at the link above.Mac OS 10.13 seems to work with Quicken 2007 16.2.4, HOWEVER check printing preference settings may need to be adjusted. I print on voucher checks, and the numerical amount field was not printing the cents digit after the Mac OS upgrade. I managed to fix the problem by changing the Amount Width setting to 10. This setting can be found at: (Quicken) Preferences.. > Print Checks > Positioning > Amount Width. Since the OS upgrade, the check printing font had somehow changed to American Typewriter from my previous font, Helvetica. I was able to change it back.
I would not be surprised if there are similar printing issues when printing reports.
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- edited October 2017
Got it, thanks.Mac OS 10.13 seems to work with Quicken 2007 16.2.4, HOWEVER check printing preference settings may need to be adjusted. I print on voucher checks, and the numerical amount field was not printing the cents digit after the Mac OS upgrade. I managed to fix the problem by changing the Amount Width setting to 10. This setting can be found at: (Quicken) Preferences.. > Print Checks > Positioning > Amount Width. Since the OS upgrade, the check printing font had somehow changed to American Typewriter from my previous font, Helvetica. I was able to change it back.
I would not be surprised if there are similar printing issues when printing reports. - edited November 2017
What about Quicken for Mac 2018 and High Sierra 10.13.1? My financial institution values are not consistent with the values given by Quicken.Mac OS 10.13 seems to work with Quicken 2007 16.2.4, HOWEVER check printing preference settings may need to be adjusted. I print on voucher checks, and the numerical amount field was not printing the cents digit after the Mac OS upgrade. I managed to fix the problem by changing the Amount Width setting to 10. This setting can be found at: (Quicken) Preferences.. > Print Checks > Positioning > Amount Width. Since the OS upgrade, the check printing font had somehow changed to American Typewriter from my previous font, Helvetica. I was able to change it back.
I would not be surprised if there are similar printing issues when printing reports. - edited November 2017
Tim,Mac OS 10.13 seems to work with Quicken 2007 16.2.4, HOWEVER check printing preference settings may need to be adjusted. I print on voucher checks, and the numerical amount field was not printing the cents digit after the Mac OS upgrade. I managed to fix the problem by changing the Amount Width setting to 10. This setting can be found at: (Quicken) Preferences.. > Print Checks > Positioning > Amount Width. Since the OS upgrade, the check printing font had somehow changed to American Typewriter from my previous font, Helvetica. I was able to change it back.
I would not be surprised if there are similar printing issues when printing reports.
Any problems you're having with discrepancies between Quicken and your FI have nothing to do with High Sierra.
You would be best served by posting your own new question (click the New Topic link at the top) to get help from the community.
In that post, make sure you specify the version of Quicken and OS you are using and the name of the FI. Give as much detail as you can about what values you are comparing. Screenshots would be very helpful. And make sure to check one of the Mac categories under Related Categories of the right folks see it here.Quicken Mac Subscription; Quicken Mac user since the early 90s