TAX15 File Extension

What is TAX15 file?

TAX15 is a file extension commonly associated with TurboTax Tax Return 2015 Format files. Files with TAX15 extension may be used by programs distributed for Mac OS, Windows platform. TAX15 file format, along with 403 other file formats, belongs to the Database Files category. TurboTax supports TAX15 files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 1 other tools may also be used. Software named TurboTax was created by Intuit Inc.. In order to find more detailed information on the software and TAX15 files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support TAX15 file extension

Below you will find an index of software programs that can be used to open TAX15 files divided into 2 categories according to system platform supported. Files with TAX15 suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

Updated: 10/03/2020

How to open file with TAX15 extension?

Being unable to open files with TAX15 extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with TAX15 extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Get the TurboTax

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening TAX15 files is that no program that can handle TAX15 files is installed on user’s system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install TurboTax. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support TAX15 files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. If you want to download TurboTax installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Intuit Inc. website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of TurboTax

You still cannot access TAX15 files although TurboTax is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. If you have an older version of TurboTax installed, it may not support TAX15 format. The most recent version of TurboTax is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate TurboTax Tax Return 2015 Format files with TurboTax

If you have the latest version of TurboTax installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage TAX15 on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Change the default application in Windows

• Right-click the TAX15 file and choose Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where TurboTax is installed, check the Always use this app to open TAX15 files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with TAX15 extension, select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select TurboTax and click Change for all...
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with TAX15 extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Ensure that the TAX15 file is complete and free of errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the TAX15 file in question. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. Verify that the TAX15 in question is not infected with a computer virus

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the TAX15 file hinders attempts to open it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the TAX15 file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Verify that the TAX15 file’s structure is intact

If the TAX15 file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. When downloading the file with TAX15 extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open TurboTax

If the systems has insufficient resources to open TAX15 files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with TurboTax Tax Return 2015 Format file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with TAX15 files affecting older versions of given software.

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