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.TAX16 File Extension

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

What are .TAX16 files and how to open them?

Can't open .TAX16 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 .TAX16 file.

What is a .TAX16 file extension?

.TAX16 file extension is created by Intuit. .TAX16 has been classified as Data Files. The format of .TAX16 file is Binary.

.TAX16 is TurboTax 2016 Tax Return File

A TAX16 file is a tax return created by Intuit TurboTax 2016. It contains federal and state tax forms and personal information entered by the user. TAX16 files are an alternative to the more popular .TAX2016 files that are saved by default by TurboTax 2016.

TAX16 file open in Intuit TurboTax 2016

You will most likely never see a TAX16 file since TurboTax saves tax returns as TAX2016 files by default. However, if you do come across the TAX16 file you can open it with the 2016 desktop version of TurboTax, which is available for both Windows and Mac. You can then save the tax return as a TAX2016 file.

TAX16 files can be electronically submitted to the IRS and state tax authorities when completed. The "e-file" process is free for federal returns, but usually requires a fee to file state returns electronically. TAX16 files can also be printed and mailed.

List of all softwares that can open the TurboTax 2016 Tax Return File
Windows
Intuit TurboTax Deluxe
Mac
Intuit TurboTax Deluxe
Web
Intuit TurboTax Online

How to fix problems with .TAX16 files

  1. You need to update the application that you normally use to open .TAX16 files. Only the latest version of the software supports the current .TAX16 file format
  2. You need to check the .TAX16 file for viruses. To do this, you need to scan it with a popular antivirus (Norton, Nod32, Kaspersky, Dr.Web, etc.)