The Standard Deduction for your filing status is automatically entered on your tax return unless you enter itemized deductions on Schedule A which are greater than your Standard Deduction.
Standard deductions for 2023
Single - $13,850 add $1,850 if age 65 or older
Married Filing Separately - $13,850 add $1,500 if age 65 or older
Married Filing Jointly - $27,700 add $1,500 for each spouse age 65 or older
Head of Household - $20,800 add $1,850 if age 65 or older
