Need 2020 tax file

[chuck3b]

I have used Turbo Tax for the last 10 years.  Every year I save the return to a file on my computer and print a pdf copy.  However, 2020 I somehow only saved and printed a pdf copy.  My Turbo Tax for 2020 is not on my computer.  Is there a way to convert my pdf file into something that can be used when I begin filing my 2021 return?  Can I scan it?  Do I need to scan federal in one file and state in a separate file or can I scan both in the same file?

Because I have the printed Turbo Tax return for 2020, could reenter the data, but I wanted to lessen the possibility of errors.   Any help would be appreciated. 

[yvette66]

I need the amount from line 11 to finish my taxes

[MichelleLO · Accepted solution]

Yes, you can transfer a PDF of your 2020 tax return prepared with TurboTax software into your 2021 return. Please see the below help article for instructions.

Can I transfer last year's PDF into the 2021 TurboTax for Windows CD/Download software?

[chuck3b]

Great answer!  However, I do have a small question.  I will need to scan to a PDF, will that make a difference?

Thank you.

[CarissaM]

That will not make a difference. It would still allow for the transfer. 

[Counselor]

2020 Illinois tax

[Ebony A]

Are you using the Online or Desktop product? please provide more details so that we can appropriately assist. If your issue is the same as the OP, please review the response provided by MichelleLO on how to transfer a pdf @Counselor