Amending an accepted return - 1040X file

Forum|Forum|5 months ago
February 14, 2026
4 replies
110 views

When does the 1040X file get created by Ttax?

I am using the desk top download version of the software.

I am in my previously accepted 2023 1040 form and have clicked the "amend return" button (from "Other Tax Situations"), so the refund amount has been set to 0, which is correct. Does the 2023 1040X file get created only once I close out/save this new return?

(While I'm still editing the accepted 1040 form the name displayed for the file is still the old name so I am reluctant to save it, afraid that it will wipe out the accepted file.)

Can I just choose to save it and then it will be newly named 1040X?

Best answer by fanfare

"afraid that it will wipe out the accepted file."

It will.

before clicking "amend return", make a copy of what you originally filed to a safe place.

@laurag25

fanfareAnswer

Level 15

"afraid that it will wipe out the accepted file."

It will.

before clicking "amend return", make a copy of what you originally filed to a safe place.

@laurag25

laurag25Author

Level 5

It has created the new amended file, corrected to 0, but it has not renamed the file 1040X. It still appears as 1040 simple. Why could this be?

DianeW777

Level 15

The 1040 will not be removed. Instead you will have a Form 1040-X and Form 1040 in your tax file. Once you have completed your entries you should be able to switch to Forms then look for the 1040-X in the list of forms.

When you select to amend it will ask the reasons for the amendment and any necessary questions for the amendment.

Please update here if you need further assistance and we will help.

@laurag25

**Say "Thanks" by clicking the thumb icon in a post. **Mark the post that answers your question by clicking on "Mark as Best Answer"