4 weeks after you print and mail it, you can start check...

How do I know the IRS received my printed tax return? And was I supposed to send my w2 with it? I have always filed electronic

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4 weeks after you print and mail it, you can start checking IRS Where’s my refund https://www.irs.gov/refunds/

You also asked: "And was I supposed to send my w2 with it?"

Yes, you were supposed to attach a copy of the W-2 and any other informational forms that showed withholding to the front. If you didn't, don't worry about it right now. The IRS will contact you if they need a copy of it. If they have received and processed the info from your employer, then they may not need it.