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Recovery - Damaged File

If your computer crashes or your program file is damaged or corrupted for any reason, you may be able to recover your records by following these steps:

  1. Close all running programs.
  2. Hold down Control + Shift at the same time on your keyboard, then Run the program. [Macintosh: Command + Option]
  3. When the Open Damaged File dialog box opens,
    select the file which you were told was damaged, and click Open.
    This will start the Recovery / Repair process.
  4. Read the Recovery Complete dialog box and click OK.
  5. When the Open Damaged File dialog box reappears, click Cancel.
    After the program starts, you may get a message indicating a Missing or Lost File.
    This is an indication that your program is damaged beyond recovery.
    If you made a backup copy, use it to regain access to the program.

FYI: If your program is damaged beyond repair / recovery, you have the option to download the latest version of your program and buy a NEW unlock code at a 50% discount. The discount is only available by phone at:

800-360-5910
M-F 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Central Time)

Note: Making regular backup copies of the program (including its data) will prevent loss of the program and the data.