My 2107 tax return is saved in a zip file. I try to open it with the. 2017 software that I used to file it and it tells me it is the wrong year or another error.

[mesquitebean]

That's because the 2017 TurboTax software cannot recognize your file, since it cannot open a .zip file.  You'll have to unzip it first and then find the data file, which ends in the *.tax2017 extension.  And then the 2017 software should be able to open the data file.

Does your .zip file have the data file in it?   Hopefully, it's not just the PDF of your return.  You'll need the *.tax2017 data file to open in the 2017 software.

[jehred-rockett]

I unzipped it, and it spits out an executable file and an XML

[mesquitebean]

The only thing your 2017 software can open is the *.tax2017 data file.
If you made the zip file, then only you will know what you zipped up in it.

Search your entire system to see if you can find the *.tax2017 data file, also check backup media, and the Recycle Bin.

[mesquitebean]

You appear to be using a Mac.

FAQ:  Find your tax data file on a Mac
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[jehred-rockett]

I found the return that I had emailed to myself. Thanks for your help.

[mesquitebean]

You're welcome.  Be aware that emailing of tax files is not recommended.  Normally routine email is not a secure method of transmission.  Tax files have a lot of personal data including DOB, SSN, banking info, etc.

[TurdoTax234]

I downloaded Turbo Tax 2022 but cannot open zip file. Help!

[VolvoGirl]

For your tax return or to download the program?  Turbo Tax isn't a zip file.  Are you on Windows or Mac?

How to download your purchase
https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/installing/help/how-do-i-download-the-software-i-purchased-at-turb...

Access your downloads here
https://shop.turbotax.intuit.com/commerce/account/secure/login.jsp?pagecontext=download

How to install TurboTax CD/Download software with license code
https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/tax-topics/help/activating-turbotax-cd-download-software/00/852971