Software Updates

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WinTax Pro updates are provided multiple times during the year. Software enhancements and fixes are offered whenever they are available or necessary. CRA Tax table updates are distributed through a software version update.

 

hmtoggle_plus1What do the WinTax Pro version numbers mean?
Version numbers consist of a 3-part number (2009.1.2)

   - 1st part is the year of the current CRA tax table (ex. 2009)

   - 2nd part is the month of the current CRA tax table (ex. 1 - January)

   - 3rd part is the software version within the tax table year/month version.

 

hmtoggle_plus1How do I know when a new software version is available?
A 'Check Latest Updates' link is provided on the WinTax Pro main screen.
If the auto-update option is turned on in WinTax Pro (under the Company Setup screen) , you will be warned that a new software version is available for download. The version update information will tell you what updates are included in the version.
Software updates are announced on www.hrclub.ca

 

hmtoggle_plus1How do I perform a software update?
If the auto-update option is turned on in WinTax Pro (under the Company Setup screen) , you will be prompt to perform the software update.
You can perform the software update directly from within WinTax Pro by clicking the 'Check Latest Updates' link. Internet access is required for this process.
At www.hrclub.ca, an installation internet link is provided. You will have to download and install the new software version.

 

hmtoggle_plus1How do I know if the installation is successful?
The software version number is displayed on the WinTax 'Log in' screen, and also the 'Register' function on the tool bar of the WinTax main screen.