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How to Locate and Unzip Downloaded 1099/W-2 Form Copies on Different Browsers

Locating and unzipping your downloaded 1099 or W-2 forms may vary depending on the browser and device you’re using. Here’s a step-by-step guide:

1. Safari (Mac)

Steps to Find Downloads:

1. Access Downloads:
   • Click the download icon (downward arrow) in the top-right corner of the browser.
2. Locate Your File:
   • Find your ZIP file in the list of recent downloads.
3. Open the File Location:
   • Double-click the file to open it, or right-click and choose "Show in Finder" to locate it in your system.
4. Unzip the download Form copies in Ipad/Iphone

Method 1:

• Launch the Files app on your iPhone or iPad.
• Find the download form copies that you want to uncompress.
•  Press and hold on the zip file, then select Uncompress from the contextual menu.

The uncompressed files will appear in the same location as the zip file.

Method 2:
You can use third-party apps to unzip your form copies easily. Download any of the following apps from your App Store:

• Documents by Readdle
• iZip
• WinZip

2. Google Chrome

Steps to Find Downloads:

1. Access Downloads:
   • Click the three-dot menu (top-right corner).
   • Select "Downloads" from the menu.
      
2. Search for Your File:
   • A list of recent downloads will appear.
   • Use the search bar to locate your ZIP folder by name.
      
3. Open the File Location:
   • Click "Show in folder" next to your downloaded file.

 

3. Mozilla Firefox

Steps to Find Downloads:

1. Access Downloads:
   • Click the download icon (downward arrow) in the toolbar.
2. Locate Your File:
   • Find your ZIP file in the dropdown list of recent downloads.
3. Open the File Location:
   • Right-click on the file and select "Open Containing Folder" or click the folder icon next to it.
      

4. Microsoft Edge

Steps to Find Downloads:

1. Access Downloads:
   • Click the three-dot menu (top-right corner).
   • Choose "Downloads" from the menu.
2. Locate Your File:
   • Recent downloads will be listed.
   • Use the search bar or scroll to find the ZIP file.
3. Open the File Location:
   • Click "Open file location" beneath the file name.

 

5. Unzipping Form Copies on Windows and Android 

• For Windows: Use tools like WinZip, WinRAR, or 7-Zip to extract the form copies.
• For Android: Open your File Manager, locate the .zip file, and select the Extract option to unzip it.

Tips for All Browsers:

• By default, downloaded files are saved in the Downloads folder on your computer.
• You can manually navigate to this folder if you're unable to find your file using the browser's interface.