TAX14 File Extension

What is TAX14 file?

TAX14 is a file extension commonly associated with TurboTax 2014 Tax Return Format files. TAX14 file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Mac OS, Windows system platform. TAX14 file belongs to the Database Files category just like 403 other filename extensions listed in our database. TurboTax supports TAX14 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 TAX14 files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support TAX14 file extension

The list that follows enumerates programs compatible with TAX14 files, divided into 2 categories based on operating system on which they are available. Files with TAX14 extension, just like any other file formats, can be found on any operating system. The files in question may be transferred to other devices, be it mobile or stationary, yet not all systems may be capable of properly handling such files.

Updated: 05/02/2020

How to open file with TAX14 extension?

Problems with accessing TAX14 may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with TAX14 files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with TAX14 files.

Step 1. Install TurboTax software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening TAX14 files is that no program that can handle TAX14 files is installed on user’s system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download TurboTax and install it on your device. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. 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 TAX14 files although TurboTax is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. This can be one of the causes why TAX14 files are not compatible with TurboTax. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using TurboTax.

Step 3. Assign TurboTax to TAX14 files

After installing TurboTax (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open TAX14 files. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Clicking the TAX14 with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where TurboTax is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open TAX14 files and clicking OK.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with TAX14 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 TAX14 extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Check the TAX14 for errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the TAX14 file in question. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Verify that the TAX14 in question is not infected with a computer virus

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the TAX14 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 TAX14 file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Ensure the file with TAX14 extension is complete and error-free

If you obtained the problematic TAX14 file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. It could happen the the download process of file with TAX14 extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the TurboTax 2014 Tax Return Format file.

4. Check whether your system can handle TurboTax

If the systems has insufficient resources to open TAX14 files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with TurboTax 2014 Tax Return Format file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle TAX14 files.

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