File Extension Library


.TAX2012 File Extension

  • Developer by: Intuit
  • Category: Data Files
  • Format: Binary

What are .TAX2012 files and how to open them?

Can't open .TAX2012 file? Are you wondering what it contains? On our site we will explain to you what this file is, what it is used for and what software opens the .TAX2012 file.

What is a .TAX2012 file extension?

.TAX2012 file extension is created by Intuit. .TAX2012 has been classified as Data Files. The format of .TAX2012 file is Binary.

.TAX2012 is TurboTax 2012 Tax Return

Tax return created with TurboTax 2012, a United States tax preparation program; contains federal and often state tax forms, along with user data entered through TurboTax; stores your progress when completing a tax return and allows you to pause and resume your tax return at a later time.

A TAX2012 file contains data specific to the 2012 tax year. Since 2012 taxes are filed in 2013, TAX2012 files are usually created in 2013, rather than 2012. Once you complete a tax return in TurboTax, you can either file it directly from the program via e-file or you may print and mail the tax forms, which Turbo Tax automatically fills in.

TAX2012 files may also be exported from TurboTax Online. To create a TAX2012 file with TurboTax Online, click the "Save your 2012 return to your computer" link in the lower-left corner of the browser window, then click "Save." You can then name the file and save it to your local disk. Files exported from TurboTax Online can be opened and edited in TurboTax 2012.

NOTE: Since TAX2012 files contain personal financial data, you can select "Encrypt and password protect this document" when saving your tax return. Once your tax return has been secured with a password, you must enter the correct password in order to open the file.

Common TAX2012 Filenames

Tax Return 12.2012 - The default filename used for saving a new tax return document.

List of all softwares that can open the TurboTax 2012 Tax Return
Windows
Intuit TurboTax Deluxe
Mac
Intuit TurboTax Deluxe
Web
Intuit TurboTax Online

How to fix problems with .TAX2012 files

  1. You need to update the application that you normally use to open .TAX2012 files. Only the latest version of the software supports the current .TAX2012 file format
  2. You need to check the .TAX2012 file for viruses. To do this, you need to scan it with a popular antivirus (Norton, Nod32, Kaspersky, Dr.Web, etc.)