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Error (235) Current check printing control file is not installed

❌ Error (235) - Check Printing Control File Missing

This guide explains how to fix error (235) which occurs when SureFire cannot find the required check printing control files.

❌ Error Details

Error Message: "(235) Current check printing control file is not installed. Please reinstall the current year SureFire software."

What it means: The check printing control files (.dll files) are either missing, corrupted, or not properly registered on your computer.

When it occurs: When you try to print checks using SureFire.

📋 How to Fix Error (235)

Step 1: Open Control Panel

Access your system's Program Files settings.

  1. Click the Windows Start button
  2. Type "Control Panel" in the search box
  3. Click "Control Panel" to open it

Step 2: Find SureFire Installation

Locate the SureFire software in the Programs list.

  1. In Control Panel, find "Programs" or "Programs and Features" (name varies by Windows version)
  2. Look for "SureFire" or "TaxWise" in the installed programs list
  3. Click on it to select it

Step 3: Select Repair

Run the repair process to restore the missing files.

  1. With SureFire selected, look for a "Repair" or "Change" button
    • Some Windows versions show "Repair" as a separate button
    • Others require clicking "Change" first, then selecting "Repair"
  2. Click the "Repair" button
  3. Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the repair
  4. The repair process will:
    • Restore any missing files
    • Re-register the DLL files
    • Reconfigure the check printing controls

Step 4: Restart SureFire

Complete the process by restarting the software.

  1. After the repair completes, close Control Panel
  2. Close SureFire completely if it's running
  3. Restart SureFire
  4. Try printing a check again

✅ What the Repair Does

The repair process:

  • Re-registers all check printing DLL control files
  • Restores missing or corrupted files from the installation source
  • Reconfigures settings related to check printing
  • Does NOT delete your tax returns or client data

⚠️ If the Repair Doesn't Work

If you still see error (235) after the repair:

  • Run Windows Update to ensure your system has the latest patches
  • Try restarting your computer and running the repair again
  • Make sure you have administrator privileges to run the repair
  • Check that your SureFire installation is not corrupted (reinstall if needed)

📞 Still Need Help?

If the repair process doesn't resolve the issue, our support team can help:

Phone: 1-800-516-9442

Or submit a support ticket



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