The standard deduction for a single is raised to 12,000. How do I know if this is advantageous as compared to itemizing.?

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TurboTax will automatically compare and use what is more advantageous. The Itemized Deduction will only be beneficial if you have more than $12,000 of itemized deductions. Possible itemized deductions are:

Medical and dental costs above and beyond 7.5% of your Adjusted Gross Income (AGI)
State, local, real estate, and personal property taxes (limited to $10,000)
Home mortgage interest
Charitable donations and gifts