To delete a return, follow the steps below.

If you want to delete a single form, go to our Desktop Versions – Deleting Form, Schedule, Document Received, or Worksheet FAQ.

Consumer Desktop Navigation Instructions

1. From within your TaxAct Desktop program, open a return you want to keep (an open return cannot be deleted). Create a new return if needed.
2. From within a return, click File in the upper menu bar.
3. Click Delete Return.
4. In the dialog box that appears, click the file you want to delete, then click Open.
5. Click Yes.

Professional Navigation Instructions

1. From within your TaxAct Professional Edition program, on the Client Manager screen, click the client return you want to delete.
2. Click File in the upper menu bar.
3. Click Remove Client Return.