Online for 2020 opens in Early December. Sounds like you were starting a 2020 return using desktop---correct? When you use desktop you need to save it yourself as you go. Online TT autosaves but desktop must be saved by the user.
Maybe the larger issue is you need to find out why your computer is locking up on you and get it fixed. Does your computer meet the system requirements for 2020 desktop software?
2020 Desktop TurboTax
Minimum requirements for your computer
Below are the minimum requirements for TurboTax Federal 2020 software. Product activation required via Internet. Download option requires free online Intuit account.
Windows® CD/Download Products
Operating Systems
- Windows 8 or later (Windows 7 not supported)
RAM
Hard Disk Space
- 1 GB for TurboTax (plus up to 4.5 GB for Microsoft .NET 4.5.2 if not already installed)
Monitor
- 1024x768 or higher recommended
Third Party Software
- Microsoft .NET 4.5.2 (included with TurboTax Installer)
Internet Connection
- 1 Mbps modem (Broadband connection highly recommended). Required for product activation, software updates and optional online features
Printer
- Any Windows-compatible inkjet or laser printer
Administrative rights required
Mac CD/Download Products
Operating Systems
- macOS Mojave 10.14 or later
RAM
Hard Disk Space
Monitor
- 1024x768 or higher recommended
Internet Connection
- 1 Mbps modem (Broadband connection highly recommended). Required for product activation, software updates and optional online features
Printer
- Any Macintosh-compatible inkjet or laser printer
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