How do I check the box in line 7 of my 1040 form regarding Capital gain or (loss)? I didn't receive instruction to file schedule D, so it should be checked, right?

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How do I check the box in line 7 of my 1040 form regarding Capital gain or (loss)? I didn't receive instruction to file schedule D, so it should be checked, right?

That box will autofill if you enter cap gains from a 1099-DIV ... you don't need to do anything.

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