How do i know if im getting the 65 or older tax deduction ?

You can look at your tax return.  If you take the standard deduction, these are the values.

For single taxpayers and married individuals filing separately, the Standard Deduction is $13,850 in 2023. 

For married couples filing jointly is $27,700, and  

For heads of households, the Standard Deduction is $20,800

If you're at least 65 years old or blind, you can claim an additional deduction in 2023 of:

• $1,850 for single or Head of Household
• $1,500 for married or Qualified Surviving Spouse.
• If you're both 65 and blind, the additional deduction amount is doubled. 

You can preview your tax return by going to:

1. On the menu bar on the left that shows.
   1. Select Tax Tools
   2. On the drop-down select Tools
2. On the popup menu
3. Select View Tax Summary
4. On the left sidebar
5. Select Preview my 1040.
6. Schedules 1,2&3 are included if you scroll down past your 1040.
7. To return to the entry screens press Back on the sidebar.

Line 12 - Is your deduction amount

Enter you date of birth correctly, in the Personal info section, and you get it automatically.