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n order to file as Head of Household, you must have a dependent.  If you haven't already filed your return, you can change your filing status from Single to Head of Household by following these steps:
  1. Click on the Personal Info tab.
  2. On the Personal info Summary screen,:
    1. If you haven't already added your child as a dependent, click on the Add a dependent box.  [See Screenshot #1, below.]
    2. If you've already entered your child's info, please review it by clicking on the Edit box next to their name.
  3. Continue through the screens, entering the requested information.
  4. TurboTax will automatically change your filing status from Single to Head of Household if your child qualifies as your dependent..

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Irene2805Answer
June 1, 2019
n order to file as Head of Household, you must have a dependent.  If you haven't already filed your return, you can change your filing status from Single to Head of Household by following these steps:
  1. Click on the Personal Info tab.
  2. On the Personal info Summary screen,:
    1. If you haven't already added your child as a dependent, click on the Add a dependent box.  [See Screenshot #1, below.]
    2. If you've already entered your child's info, please review it by clicking on the Edit box next to their name.
  3. Continue through the screens, entering the requested information.
  4. TurboTax will automatically change your filing status from Single to Head of Household if your child qualifies as your dependent..