I files my taxes. I got the federal refund but the state says “started” even though I input the information. A page said that an email would give me updates

Was the state rejected?  If not then try to e-file the state return again if it has been prepared.  You should review the state return before re-submitting.

Here is how to e-file the state after the Federal has been filed.

Although you can e-file your federal and state taxes together, if you choose to e-file your federal first, you'll have to wait until that return has been accepted before you can e-file your state.

If your federal hasn't been accepted, or you printed and mailed it, you won't be able to e-file your state but you can print and mail a paper return.

Married filers: If you e-filed your federal using the joint married status, but you want to e-file your state returns separately, only one of you will be able to e-file. The other must paper-file their state return.

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