Restoring Backup Returns in W-2/1099

You can restore only those returns that have been archived using the Backup feature. Do not use Restore to retrieve an exported return. To restore a backed up return, you must first close the program.

To restore backup returns

1. Close your software.
2. Click the Start button, point to Programs, and then select the Payroll 2017 program folder.
3. Click Backup - Restore.
4. Click the Restore tab.
5. In the Restore from dialog box, select the folder that contains your backup files.
6. Select the returns to restore. To search for a specific return, enter the name of the return in the Find box, or click Select All to select all returns.
7. Click Start.
8. In the Restore Process window, click Restore to retain your billing, preparer, and company information, or click Skip to exclude this information during the restoration process.
9. When the restoration is complete, click Close.