When you start jGnash for the first time, you will presented with a very simple screen. At the bottom of the screen, program notifications and memory consumption information is displayed.
Create a new file using the storage type, leave it as the default value. A default filename and location will be provided that you can change as desired. If the file already exists, you will be warned you are about to overwrite it.
→ command and follow the prompts in the new file wizard. When given the choice to select theAfter selecting the storage type and filename, you are asked to choose your default currency. The default currency can be changed at a latter time, and if for some reason your currency of choice is not available, you can create a custom currency and set it as the default after the file is created.
Next you can choose the currencies that are available for use. Currencies may be added and removed as needed at a later time if needed.
After choosing the available currencies, default accounts can be selected if desired. If you are new to personal finance software, the defaults will be a good starting point. The accounts structure can be easily changed as needed to accommodate your own personal needs.
The last step is the Summary page of the wizard. Verify everything is to your liking and click on the Finish button to create your new file.
After the file is created, you are now ready to change, add, or remove accounts as need and begin entering transactions.