There are a number of ways to get help for using
Quicken 2009 available right in the software which are useful to new and experienced Quicken users.
Desktop financial software like Quicken is trending toward linking to online documentation which should always provide the most up-to-date help, unless you use Quicken on a laptop away from Internet access or you are stuck with dial up Internet access. Many of the options for getting help in Quicken do not require Internet access, unless noted below.
Use an earlier Quicken version? Read about more ways to get help with Quicken.
1. Searchable Quicken Help
In Quicken, click on Help, Quicken Help for searchable, comprehensive help with step-by-step instructions for using Quicken personal finance software.2. F1 for Quicken Help
Press the F1 key on your keyboard at any time to see the section of the Quicken Help manual covering the feature you are currently using.3. Quicken Community
The Community tab located on the right in Quicken 2009 provides quick access to Quicken online discussions which pertain to the feature currently in use in Quicken. This way, answers to questions may be available at a glance, or a quick click on the Community tab lets you ask a question. Internet access required.4. Guide Me, Quicken
The Guide Me tab on the right in Quicken provides step-by-step instructions for using the section of Quicken currently in use.5. Next Steps, Especially for Quicken Beginners
Click on Help, then Learn about Next Steps After Setting Up Quicken to view a table that provides tutorials listed in order for setting up and using Quicken 2009. Each step in this table builds on previous tutorials, so it's like having your own Quicken class to attend at your convenience. Anyone who is new to using Quicken 2009 personal finance software should take advantage of this feature in Quicken Help.6. Troubleshooting Quicken and Communicate with Quicken Support
Click on Help, Product and Customer Support to get Quicken troubleshooting tips, tips for making the most of Quicken and links to Quicken Support, including help with a Quicken support rep via chat or email. Some of these Quicken Product and Customer Support tools require an Internet connection.7. Manuals, Tutorials and Ask a Quicken User
Links to online Quicken manuals and tutorials are available under Quicken Help. The link to Ask a Quicken User under Help opens a browser window and takes you to the Quicken Online Community forums, although this link should be located on the Community tab. Internet access required.There is a good selection of Quicken books with step-by-step tutorials, tips and answers to many Quicken questions. If looking up information and advice in written form works better for you, you have some great options.
