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bdrph
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The file “Tax 2019” couldn’t be opened

I get the message "The file “Tax 2019” couldn’t be opened." each time I try to save the current file I am working on.  I am using TurboTax Deluxe 2019 on a Mac.  I have tried saving the file to different locations but still get the same message.  In order to close the program I have to delete the file before closing. 

Any thoughts?

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Carl
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The file “Tax 2019” couldn’t be opened

That's a permissions issue with your computer - not with TurboTax. But I don't know how to deal with that on a MAC. @macuser_22 flagging you on this.

 

The file “Tax 2019” couldn’t be opened

1)Be sure that the CD is NOT in the CD drive.

2) Restart the Mac.

3) Try saving to your own Desktop.

**Disclaimer: This post is for discussion purposes only and is NOT tax advice. The author takes no responsibility for the accuracy of any information in this post.**
bdrph
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The file “Tax 2019” couldn’t be opened

I am not using a CD - downloaded program directly from Intuit. Thanks however. 

The file “Tax 2019” couldn’t be opened

bdrph
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The file “Tax 2019” couldn’t be opened

Thanks I did as you suggested but I get the same error message

The file “Tax 2019” couldn’t be opened

Exactly how are you saving the file?

 

Are you using the Top menu bar -> File (hold the Option key) and Save As?

Do you get the pop-up box that asks for a password or save without a password (choose without a password) ?

Exactly what is the error message?

 

 

**Disclaimer: This post is for discussion purposes only and is NOT tax advice. The author takes no responsibility for the accuracy of any information in this post.**
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