Yes, you may select standard deduction over itemized deduction. To switch:
- Click the Federal Taxes tab. ...
- Then, Deductions & Credits. ...
- Scroll all the way to the bottom, and click Wrap up tax breaks. ...
- Continue through the interview screens.
- The last screen will give TurboTax's suggestion for a deduction titled "We've chosen [standard or itemized] for you"
Eligible taxpayers use Schedule A to figure itemized deductions. In most cases, federal income tax will be less if you take the larger of your itemized deductions or your standard deduction.
