Tips to open TAX17 file
Can't open the TAX17 file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open TAX17 files as well as a list of programs that support TAX17 files.
TAX17 file extension
| File Name |
TurboTax Tax Return 2017 Format |
| File Category |
Database Files |
The TAX17 file is supported on 2 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the TAX17 files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the TAX17 file on each system platform.
What is TAX17 file?
The file in the TAX17 format belongs to the Database Files category. Additionally, the Database Files category contains 403 of other files. TurboTax Tax Return 2017 Format appears on 2 operating systems as a functional file. Although it can be found with greater or lesser success on any operating system, it will only be useful on Mac OS, Windows. The main program that supports this format is TurboTax. This was created by Intuit Inc.. There are also 1 alternative programs to handle the TAX17 file.
How to open TAX17 file?
The most common problem when using TurboTax Tax Return 2017 Format is that a specific TAX17 is not associated with the program. Thus, when you open TAX17, the program selection wizard or some other program starts. How to solve such a problem?
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the TAX17 file icon you want to open. If the operating system has an appropriate application to support it and there is also an association between the file and the program, the file should be opened.
Step 1. Install TurboTax
The first step is to check if the computer has the TurboTax program installed. This can be achieved by typing TurboTax into the operating system search engine. If it is not, installation may solve the problem, as most applications create file associations during installation. Below you will find a list of applications that support TAX17 files.
Programs to open TAX17 file
Remember to download programs supporting TAX17 files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of TurboTax with TAX17 files
If, despite the installed application, the TAX17 file does not start in the TurboTax application, you must create a file association. This option is available from the level of Properties of a specific file available in the context menu. Information about the file and the program that the file is associated with are available here. Using the "Change" button we can select the desired program. The program should be visible in the window, otherwise it should be selected manually using the "Browse" button and the program installation directory should be indicated. However, it is important to check the "Always use the selected program ..." box, this will allow you to permanently associate the TAX17 file with the TurboTax application.
Step 3. Update TurboTax to the latest version
The fault may also lie with the TurboTax program, it is possible that TurboTax Tax Return 2017 Format requires a newer version of the program. This can be done using the application (if it provides such options) or from the Intuit Inc. website and install the latest version.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the TAX17 file
If the above steps do not help, you can assume that the file itself is not correct. File problems can be divided into the following:
The affected file may be 0 KB or smaller than expected. This is most often caused by a problem while downloading the TAX17 file. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
The operating system may be infected with a computer virus. Perform a virus scan using available and up-to-date anti-virus software. Alternatively, you can use the scanners available online. For the best results, we will scan the entire operating system, not just our TAX17 file. Sometimes virus-infected TAX17 files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the TAX17 file. Help should be sought from the software developer, as they usually recommend using free file converters or installing an older version of the program.
The file may be corrupted in a number of ways. Depending on the type of file, it is necessary to repair it accordingly. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged TAX17 files. The easiest way to restore the file is from a backup or by contacting , but this one can be expensive. Not all damage can be reversed.
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted TAX17 files can be used by the device on which they were encrypted, on any other device it is required to have the appropriate cryptographic key and decrypt the file before its recovery.
The operating system protects files in some locations (e.g. the root of the system partition) against unauthorized access. While there is usually no problem reading such a file, it may not be possible to save it. Copying the TAX17 file to another location will fix the problem.
This problem only occurs with more complex files. In this case, the TAX17 file is blocked by the first application to open it. Running programs (including those in the background) should be verified. If the error persists after closing other programs, wait for a while. However, some background programs may block the TAX17 file while scanning. If this does not work either, restart the device.
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