How to Open TXF Files: 2 Easy Ways for Windows and Mac

A third-party program is the best option

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  • To open TFX files on the PC, use TurboTax or a dedicated Microsoft program.
  • Keep reading to find the steps to import the files!
how to open txf files

TXF or Tax Exchange Format files are used to store tax-related information. These files may contain income statements, tax forms, and accounting details. However, the Tax Exchange Format is not natively supported in Windows or Mac. So, how do you open TXF files?

The best option is to rely on third-party apps. Any reliable tax preparation software should allow users to view the contents of TXF files. Listed below are the best products for the job!

How do I open TXF files?

1. Go with TurboTax

  1. Download TurboTax from the official website.turbotax
  2. Run the setup and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation process.
  3. Click the File menu, hover the cursor over Import, and select From Accounting Software or From Financial Institution, depending on where the file is located.open txf files in TurboTax
  4. Click on Browse files.
  5. Locate the TXF file, select it, and click on Open.
  6. You will now be able to access and edit the file’s content.

TurboTax remains the easiest way to access TXF files in Windows and Mac. You can also upload and open the TXF files through TurboTax’s online web portal. Besides, other programs by Intuit will allow you to view TXF files.

For more on the software, read our latest review of TurboTax.

2. Use Microsoft Money

Microsoft Money is a simple option to open TXF files in Windows. Though officially discontinued, you can still download Microsoft Money.

It’s not as advanced as the present-day apps, but the user-friendly interface and low resource consumption make Microsoft Money a preferred choice for many.

TXF files are common in the USA but not so much in other parts of the globe. For users who need to view the file’s content, it’s best to use Microsoft Money, while for those who have to edit the TXF file, our recommendation is TurboTax.

Also, if you regularly work with unsupported formats, we recommend using a universal file opener and eliminating dedicated programs for individual file types!

For any queries or to share how you access TXF files, drop a comment below.

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Kazim Ali Alvi

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Kazim has always been fond of technology, be it scrolling through the settings on his iPhone, Android device, or Windows PC. He's specialized in hardware devices, always ready to remove a screw or two to find out the real cause of a problem. Long-time Windows user, Kazim is ready to provide a solution for your every software & hardware error on Windows 11, Windows 10 and any previous iteration. He's also one of our experts in Networking & Security.