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ez1095 Software: How to Validate the XML eFile Documents
(for 2023 and previous Versions)

(For ez1095 2024 and later versions, please follow this updated guide for XML validation.)

With ez1095 software, you can print and file 1095C, 1094C, 1095B and 1094B ACA forms with peace of mind.



Step 1: Generate efile XML documents

Start ez1095, set up company, enter form information and generate efile documents. More information can be found from ez1095 Quick Start Guide

To use this XML validation feature, you should generate the XML files with valid information, such as valid TCC, EIN and other information.



Step 2: Validate XML files

2.1) Click ez1095 top menu "Current Company" then Click the sub menu "Validate EFile XML" to view Validate EFILE screen.

2.2) Select the XML file you want to check

2.3) Click the "Validate" button

2.4) If there are error(s), you will see detailed information from message board.



Step 3: Troubleshooting

  • Common XML File Errors and Solutions

  • How to read XML file data by line number with NOTEPAD application

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