How do I access my 2017 return created w/TurboTax CD?

[tinadavejoint]

Last year I did several returns (myself, child 1 etc).  I want to amend one of them.  When I open the function for past year files I see some but not the one I need.  If I go to the function to start a new return the one I want is available to draw from.  How do I locate and open that file in order to amend it?

[jjjncasey · Accepted solution]

It till be in the directory of the computer you used to prepare your 2017 tax return.. the folder is likely called
TURBO TAX
or
TURBO TAX/TAX 2017

[tinadavejoint]

Thank you.  I think I somehow accidentally created two directories

[smith9mr]

But what if I no longer have access to that computer?

[Critter]

If you did not save the tax files on a removable storage medium like a thumb drive  then the files are lost.  If you need a copy : 

You can get a return transcript from the IRS for free :  http://www.irs.gov/Individuals/Get-Transcript

For a $50 fee you can get a copy of the return from the IRS:  https://ttlc.intuit.com/questions/1901218-can-i-get-a-copy-of-my-tax-return-from-the-irs