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Returning Member
posted Jan 27, 2020 1:31:07 PM

"Uploading your TurboTax Desktop file"

I am trying to upload my tax2018 file to Turbotax online. It keeps on spinning and say "Uploading your TurboTax Desktop file". After around 15-20 minutes, the session timed out.  taxReturn.tax2018 file size is around 37MB.

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Intuit Alumni
Jan 27, 2020 2:52:49 PM

Please see below for troubleshooting steps on transferring from your 2018 return.

https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/troubleshooting/help/troubleshoot-transferring-from-a-prior-year-return/00/25549

 

Returning Member
Feb 2, 2020 11:00:02 AM

I filed my 2018 tax return using Turbo Tax Premier. This year I tried to upload the file "taxReturn.tax2018" to Turbotax Online after upgrading to the premier. Initially, it shows the progress at the lower-left corner of the screen. Once it says 100%, it still says "Uploading your Desktop File" and after a few minutes session timed out.

 

Last year taxReturn.tax2018 file size is around 35MB.

Intuit Alumni
Feb 2, 2020 11:41:38 AM

You may need to clear your browser's cache and delete the cookies stored on your computer. A full or corrupted cache can keep TurboTax from functioning properly.

Please see the below FAQ for instructions on how to clear the cache and delete cookies.

Clear Cache: https://https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/troubleshooting/help/how-to-clear-your-cache/00/26135

Delete Cookies: https://https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/troubleshooting/help/how-to-clear-your-cache/00/26135

Returning Member
Feb 2, 2020 12:57:04 PM

I already tried clearing cache and cookies. Also tried in incognito window, but still the same problem. I also tried from a different laptop. Also, the link provided by you is not working.

Returning Member
Feb 3, 2020 2:57:16 PM

Any fix is highly appreciated.

Intuit Alumni
Feb 4, 2020 10:58:09 AM

Since you have tried the different ways suggested to fix your system, but they are not working for you, please click this link and fill out the brief Contact Us form, We’ll help you connect with the right expert. 

Level 1
Jan 7, 2023 5:19:32 PM

Did they fix it?

Intuit Alumni
Jan 9, 2023 8:06:10 AM

You are commenting on an old thread that may contain outdated information. So that we can better assist you, what is the specific issue you are experiencing?

@zack2021