You can also import data from these other versions into an existing Quicken data file via the File > Import menu. Just choose the version you are coming from when prompted during first use. Quicken can convert your existing data from Quicken for Mac 2007, Quicken Essentials and Quicken for Windows. If you are converting from a different version of Quicken Browse the Help topics listed in Quicken basics.Add your financial institutions to Quicken.After these steps, the Add Account dialog will automatically appear so you can add your financial accounts to Quicken.Learn more about Quicken Mobile, Web and alerts. This app is available for free for iPhone, iPad, and Android phones and tablets.Set your mobile and web sync preference including a nickname for your cloud account (you can change this at any time).Select Start from scratch and click Next.In Quicken, choose File > New to create a new Quicken data file.If you are using Quicken for the first time or want to start fresh with a new data file, perform these steps: