Yes, if you want to enter information directly on the form, you would need to use the desktop/download version as the online version does not allow you to enter information on the forms directly.
You can also enter your investment income even without the 1099-B following the same steps as you would with a 1099-B in hand.
Where do I enter or import a 1099-B?
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