This tool deletes a print file associated with an SSN/EIN. 

    1. Select Tools > File Maintenance > Delete Print Files. The Return Selector opens.
    2. Select the check box for any print file(s) to be deleted. A print file is selected when there is a check mark in the corresponding check box. To select all print files, click Select All. To cancel the selection of all print files, click Unselect All.
    3. Click DELETE. A "Delete Print Files" message prompts you for Yes, to delete the selected print file(s) or No, to cancel the delete action.
      • The Delete button is disabled until SSN/EINs have been selected for deletion.
    1. Click Yes. A "Delete Print Files" message confirms the number of files deleted.
    2. Click OK or to leave this screen without making any changes, click Exit or press ESC.



Note

• A print file is created every time a tax return is calculated. The print file contains calculated information necessary to print and e-file the return.

• Deleting a print file does not delete the tax return data file, nor does it affect the file in any other way.