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Your question is unclear--if you are using the TurboTax software, the way you claim a dependent is the same whether you are going to e-file or file by mail. Your dependents are entered in My Info --you will need to enter the name, date of birth and Social Security number for the dependent. If you are merely filing on paper and not using any software then look at the Form 1040. Below your mailing address is the portion in which you enter the information about your dependents. Fill in the blanks.
How do I add my dependent son
@paladinogayle6 Dependents are added in My Info. But have you e-filed yet? Your question lacks details---we do not know what you are trying to do. Are you trying to add a newborn to your return? Or did you file and forget to enter a dependent?
The steps to add a dependent are the same whether you are paper-filing or e-filing. Please follow these steps:
A dependent must meet the requirements of a qualifying child or a qualifying relative in order for you to claim them on your tax return. The tests for a qualifying child are:
The tests for a qualifying relative are:
TurboTax software will ask you simple questions and give you the tax deductions and credits you are eligible for based upon your answers.
See also this and this TurboTax Help.
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