The Desktop program can import most 1099. Should be the same as Online. What kind of 1099 do you have? I imported 1099R, 1099B, 1099INT & DIV.
When you go to a section you can either import it or enter it manually. This is mainly for online but should work the same for the Desktop program.
https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/entering-importing/help/how-do-i-import-my-1099/00/26254
