@DoninGA and @Critter-3 have outlined very well the processing delays that we have been experiencing with the IRS since 2020.
The IRS Where's My Amended Return is here if your paper filed entry is an amended tax return.
I had personal experience with a paper filed tax return that took nearly a year for the IRS to acknowledge through their online tools. The processing of the refund took several more months. Fortunately, even though the refund amount was a large amount, the taxpayer was not in dire need of the funds.
I understand your frustration.
[Edited 2/2/2023 | 3:34 pm PST]
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