how to sign a return for a deceased spouse

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To file a return for a deceased spouse, you must first update the Personal Info section. You will indicate that the spouse is deceased, and then enter the date of death.

To file the return:

If E-filing a joint return, you are the surviving spouse,
- You can sign electronically;
If filing a paper return,
- Sign your name and write
- Filing as surviving spouse in the spouse's signature area.

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