This isn’t the only issue with this service, and many reported QuickBooks scanner driver error 281. However, in today’s guide, we’ll focus on what to do if this app won’t launch on your PC.

How come QuickBooks Desktop won’t open?

First, let’s consider some of the more likely reasons for QuickBooks Desktop not opening in Windows 10. These are some of the potential causes for QuickBooks Desktop launch issues:

Corrupted or faulty QuickBooks Desktop installation – QuickBooks Desktop has a corrupted installation. A recent Windows 10 update – Uupdates are known to generate compatibility issues, and several users reported that QuickBooks won’t open after Windows 10 update. Corrupted QBWUSER.INI data file – QBWUSER.INI is a registration file for QuickBooks Desktop that might be corrupted. Conflicting apps – A background app could be interfering with QuickBooks Desktop.

What can I do if QuickBooks Desktop is not opening in Windows 10?

1. Terminate the QBW32.exe process before launching

2. Rename the QBWUSER.ini file

Renaming the file helps when QuickBooks opens, then closes immediately in Windows.

3. Run the QuickBooks Install Diagnostic Tool

The Program Problems tab also includes troubleshooting options that can feasibly fix QuickBooks Desktop not opening. Select the Quick Fix my Program option on that tab to run a quick repair scan. SPONSORED

4. Select the Repair option for QuickBooks Desktop

5. Run QuickBooks in Safe Mode

If you can start QuickBooks in Safe Mode, there was probably a background process conflicting with that application. You can continue utilizing it in Safe Mode or try to identify the conflicting software. For more information on how to use Safe Mode, check our guide for starting Windows in Safe Mode.

6. Reinstall QuickBooks Desktop

We hope one of those resolutions kick-starts your QuickBooks Desktop application. If you still need other potential fixes, you can contact QuickBooks Desktop support. If you’re having additional issues, visit our QuickBooks Internet connection errors guide for more solutions. Feel free to discuss potential resolutions for that issue in the comments section.

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