It is not necessary to "go directly" to standard deductions. Your standard deduction is already the default used unless you enter enough itemized deductions to exceed your standard deduction. TurboTax will use your standard deduction unless you force itemized deductions or enter enough itemized deductions to affect your tax due or refund.
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