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Can't enter activation code

I have read similar posts, so I know I am not the only one having this problem...I purchased the download from Amazon (as I have done several previous years). It downloaded as a zip file. The directions said I needed to extract the files, so I did. Eventually, I got to the activation screen. It absolutely will not let me enter my activation code into the screen - it just stays blank. I tried re-installing. Same thing happened. I checked if my Windows updates were current- they are. I  have read some posts where people are advising to do different things to try to solve the problem. It doesn't appear any of these are working for them. Here's my question: It seems many are having this issue. Usually it is a very easy process to download and activate Turbo Tax. How are you standing behind your product to ensure we can utilize what we paid for? I don't intend to be rude (hope it isn't taken that way)- but this is frustrating! Some of the suggestions offered are way above my skill level with computers. I just expect the product to work as intended. Any help is appreciated.

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Can't enter activation code

I don't think it should be a zip file.  Try downloading it again.  Maybe using a different browser.

 

Amazon how to download and install your software order

https://www.amazon.com/gp/help/customer/display.html?nodeId=G2CJPY7HHXBLMR5E

donna5259
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Can't enter activation code

I am having the same issue. I bought cd it lets me enter my code to start process of loading but when I am where you activate the program it won't let me. The box where you are to enter code turns pink whenever I touch the keyboard and nothing shows up. I have tried putting code in anyway and it doesn't work. I have installed and uninstalled at least 5 times.  This the first time I have used a laptop and had to download online. However, I don't think using a pc would make bit of difference. THIS IS A SOFTWARE PROBLEM; I HAVE NO IDEA WHAT TO DO. ALL I KNOW IS THIS COMPANY OWES ME A REFUND. 

 

 

 

Can't enter activation code

Can you paste and copy the License Code from the email, etc.?  That's what I do.  Did it on  both my PC download and my friend's Mac download.  Much better than trying to type those 16 digits.  Do you have a touch screen?  People have posted about that.  Keep trying to click in the box.  I didn't save any of those posts in my notes.  

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