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Feb 10, 2026 3:42 AM UTC
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Have new Windows 11 computer

The file name off my old computer is:  ~Taxes - 2024 - Both.tax2024.  Is this the correct file to use?

    SteamTrain
    Level 15
    Feb 10, 2026 1:06 PM UTC

    @johnny456 

     

    If you have one that has the same name, but without the squiggle "~"....use the one without the squiggle.

     

    The ~-named one is a temporary  emergency backup file that may not be exactly the final you you actually filed  (might or might not be)

    ____________*Answers are correct to the best of my knowledge when posted, but should not be considered to be legal or official tax advice.*

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    SteamTrain
    Level 15
    Feb 10, 2026 1:06 PM UTC

    @johnny456 

     

    If you have one that has the same name, but without the squiggle "~"....use the one without the squiggle.

     

    The ~-named one is a temporary  emergency backup file that may not be exactly the final you you actually filed  (might or might not be)

    ____________*Answers are correct to the best of my knowledge when posted, but should not be considered to be legal or official tax advice.*
    johnny456Author
    Level 2
    Feb 11, 2026 12:47 AM UTC

    Thanks