I did the free file and it says ready to be mailed . Does it mean I have to print my forms and mail them or did turbo tax file them automatically? Thanks

Ready to mail means you have to print, sign, date and mail the federal tax return to the IRS.  It was not e-filed.

 

See this TurboTax support FAQ for changing from mail to e-file - https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/e-file/help/how-do-i-change-from-mail-to-e-file-in-turbotax-online/01/26985

TurboTax does not mail it for you.  If you chose to file by mail you have to print, sign and mail it yourself.   Expect a longer processing time than if you e-file.  

 

https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/printing/help/how-do-i-print-and-mail-my-return-in-turbotax-online/00/26258

 

When you mail a tax return, you need to attach any documents showing tax withheld, such as your W-2’s or any 1099’s.  Use a mailing service that will track it, such as UPS or certified mail so you will know the IRS/state received the return.

Federal and state returns must be in separate envelopes and they are mailed to different addresses.  Read the mailing instructions that print with your tax return carefully so you mail them to the right addresses.