In QuickBooks Online, uploaded receipts are usually found in Attachments. If you use Receipt AI to upload receipts to QuickBooks, you can find the receipt files in your QuickBooks Attachments area after they sync.
On the QuickBooks website, go to Gear icon -> Attachments, or use the magnifier/search icon and type Attachments. In the QuickBooks mobile app, go to Menu -> All -> Attachments.
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- QuickBooks Online website: Gear icon -> Attachments
- QuickBooks Online search: Magnifier icon -> type Attachments
- QuickBooks mobile app: Menu -> All -> Attachments
1. Find receipts in the QuickBooks mobile app
If you are using the QuickBooks mobile app, go to Menu -> All -> Attachments. This is where uploaded receipt attachments can be viewed.
2. Find receipts on the QuickBooks Online website
If you are using QuickBooks Online in a browser, uploaded receipts can be found in Attachments.
You can go directly to: https://app.qbo.intuit.com/app/attachments
You can also find receipts through Magnifier icon -> Type Attachments or Gear icon -> Attachments, as shown below.
Magnifier icon -> Type Attachments
Gear icon -> Attachments
What happens after Receipt AI uploads receipts to QuickBooks?
After you connect QuickBooks Online to Receipt AI and upload receipts, Receipt AI helps send the receipt record to your QuickBooks workflow. If Receipt AI uploaded the receipt successfully, the file should appear in QuickBooks Attachments or in the synced expense record, depending on your settings.
If you want the full breakdown, see how receipts appear in QuickBooks Online with Receipt AI.
Why your receipt may not appear right away
If you do not see a receipt in QuickBooks immediately, it may still be processing, waiting for review, or not synced yet. Check Receipt AI first to confirm the receipt status.
For troubleshooting, see why a receipt may not be synced to QuickBooks or Xero.
QuickBooks receipts FAQ
Where are uploaded receipts in QuickBooks Online?
Uploaded receipts are usually found in QuickBooks Online under Attachments. Use the Gear icon and choose Attachments, or use the search icon and type Attachments.
Where are receipts in the QuickBooks mobile app?
In the QuickBooks mobile app, go to Menu -> All -> Attachments to view uploaded receipt attachments.
Can Receipt AI upload receipts to QuickBooks Online?
Yes. Receipt AI can help upload and organize receipts for QuickBooks Online after your QuickBooks account is connected.
Can receipts be sent to QuickBooks by SMS?
With Receipt AI, team members can send receipts by SMS, email, or web upload. Receipt AI then helps organize the receipt data for your accounting workflow.
What should I check if a receipt is missing in QuickBooks?
Check the receipt status in Receipt AI first. If the receipt is still processing, needs review, or has not synced yet, it may not appear in QuickBooks immediately.
A simpler way to collect receipts for QuickBooks
If your team is still saving or uploading receipts manually, Receipt AI can make the front end of the workflow easier. Team members can text, email, or upload receipts, and Receipt AI helps extract the details before sending records to QuickBooks Online.
Start with Receipt AI for QuickBooks Online if your main goal is to keep receipts organized for QuickBooks.
