U12 File Extension
UFile 2012 Tax Return
- File Type u12
- Developer Dr Tax Software
- Popularity
- Application UFile
- Category Financial and Tax Files
What is a U12 file?
UFile 2012 Tax Return, identified by the U12 extension, is a Financial and Tax Files type and includes 268 files.
U12 files are supported by Windows and Mac OS. You can open a U12 file using one of 2 programs, for example UFile and TurboTax.
How to open a U12 file?
The most common reason why a U12 file cannot be opened is the absence of required software. To fix this, select a compatible program from the list. Then visit the official developer website via the provided link, download the program, and install it on your system.
The most popular programs for working with U12 files are UFile and TurboTax. To get the latest version of UFile, open the Thomson Reuters website where a universal installer for all operating systems is available.
Once setup is done, your operating system should assign UFile as the default app for U12 files.
Make UFile the default U12 viewer
Changing the default program in Windows
- Start by right-clicking on your U12 file and selecting the "Open With" option. From there, click "Choose another app" to continue;
- Inside the popup window, scroll through the list of applications and specifically choose UFile as the application to associate with your U12 file;
- Check the "Always use this app" checkbox and click "OK".
Change the default app to open files on Mac
- Right click or use Control + Left Click on the desired U12 file to access a dropdown menu of actions;
- Select "Open in application" and click "Other";
- Scroll down to the bottom of the window, where you will find the "Enable" menu. Default, "Recommended Programs" will be selected;
- In this menu, choose "All Programs" and navigate to UFile. Check the box next to "Always open in app" to make it the default program.
How to edit a U12 file?
To edit U12 files, you need to install specialized software that allows you not only to open but also to modify financial and tax files. Online U12 editors usually provide fewer features than software created specifically for UFile 2012 Tax Return.
List of Top U12 editors 2026
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Finding answers to U12 file problems
If you encounter issues with U12 files, don’t worry—most can be fixed with minor software adjustments. Refer to the troubleshooting tips below.
What are the signs that my U12 file is damaged?
Corrupted U12 financial and tax files may have one or more of the following symptoms:
- Poor performance when editing a file in UFile;
- Opening or processing the file in UFile or other programs causes instability or crashes in the program;
- The file shows errors when trying to open it or does not open completely;
- Unexpected expansion of the total size of the U12 file;
- Working with the file triggers the display of error messages;
Why does UFile quit or crash unexpectedly?
UFile crashes can be attributed to outdated software. Make sure you have installed the latest updates for Thomson Reuters products.
A computer restart is often the key to solving numerous common problems. That’s why, it is recommended to restart the computer before making any changes to the software settings.
What methods can be used to repair a damaged U12 file?
Use a recovery program to open the damaged U12 file and navigate to the "Repair" menu item. Wait for the recovery process to finish, as it will automatically repair damaged financial and tax files.