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Is there a way to go back to last years taxes and correct one of the dependents questions I accidentally hit a wrong button

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July 12, 2020
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"last years taxes?" Do you mean your 2018 return? If you have something to change on a return from a year ago you have to amend the return.

https://ttlc.intuit.com/questions/1894381-how-to-amend-change-or-correct-a-return-you-already-filed?jump_to=answer_3288565

https://ttlc.intuit.com/questions/2566895-what-does-it-mean-to-amend-a-return

A 1040X cannot be e-filed. It must be printed and mailed. It will take about 4 months for the IRS to process an amended return. It is a good idea to use a mailing service that will track it, like UPS or certified mail, so you will know it was received.

Wait about 3 weeks from mailing and you can check the status of your amended return:

https://www.irs.gov/Filing/Individuals/Amended-Returns-(Form-1040-X)/Wheres-My-Amended-Return-1

https://www.irs.gov/filing/individuals/amended-returns-form-1040-x/amended-return-frequently-asked-questions

https://ttlc.intuit.com/questions/1908543-do-i-need-to-amend

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