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The 1040ES is not for paying your tax due. If that's what you thought you were paying it is wrong. You pay a Tax Due with a single 1040 V voucher.
The 1040 ES slips are estimates to prepay your 2024 return we file next year.
Yes, you can pay a tax due or estimates any way you want. You can switch and pay online or send in a check.
Pay the IRS by Debit or Credit Card
https://www.irs.gov/payments/pay-your-taxes-by-debit-or-credit-card
So if you thought you were paying the Tax Due in 4 payments using the 1040ES slips you have NOT paid anything towards the 2023 Tax Due. You might still owe the full amount and the IRS will be sending you a bill for the whole amount.
This is a common misunderstanding and problem. You might look at this post.....
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