You can use the 1099 feature in QuickBooks to send Form 1099-MISC to individuals and file 1096 Summary and 1099-MISC forms with the IRS. When you turn the 1099 feature on, you can set up the individual as a vendor that is eligible for Form 1099-MISC (also known in QuickBooks as a 1099 vendor) and can set up 1099 tax thresholds and preferences. When you turn the 1099 feature off, you cannot set up a vendor as a 1099 vendor.
Switch to single-user mode.
Select Yes in the "Do you file 1099 MISC forms?" option.
If you don't work with individuals who qualify as 1099 recipients, select No to turn off the 1099 feature in QuickBooks. The Account and Threshold columns are gray, indicating that you cannot modify them.
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