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Level 1
posted Jun 6, 2019 1:17:31 AM

Where is the search button in turbo tax. I need to find out where I put 1099-T information in turbo tax

Where is search button in turbo tax. I need to put in 1099-T information in return and what I’ve found is to search in turbo tax and find area where there is a jump to 1099T in search. Can’t find search button

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Intuit Alumni
Jun 6, 2019 1:17:33 AM

In TurboTax Deluxe the search button is called FIND and is located in the upper right-hand corner of your screen.

The word FIND is in a blue box.

Enter what you are searching for then click on FIND.

Level 2
Oct 24, 2019 4:22:30 PM

There is no FIND button or blue box in TurboTax 2018. There is no search feature at all by any name in any menu I can find. 

Level 15
Oct 24, 2019 5:04:51 PM

@paulhart - Are you using TurboTax Online or the CD/Download TurboTax software? In this thread we're talking about the CD/Download software. Find is not on a menu. Here's a screen shot showing the Find button in the CD/Download software.

 

If you still don't see it, see if the following FAQ helps.


Troubleshoot blank screens, missing buttons, or missing images

Level 2
Jan 22, 2020 8:46:19 AM

I don't have it either and I downloaded TurboTax Deluxe purchased at Amazon--Amazon's Choice. None of the troubleshooting steps resolving anything. BTW, those steps are badly out of date for Windows 10. I do have a SEARCH feature but no Find.

Expert Alumni
Jan 22, 2020 10:15:12 AM

The Search button is located on the upper right-hand side of the screen with a magnifying glass next to it. Please see the screenshot provided by "arlenezimmerly." Click on "Search" and a box will open where you can type in what you are looking for.  

 

If you are trying to enter a 1098-T, you can also follow the steps below:

 

  1. Click on the "Federal Taxes" tab and then click on "Deductions and Credits" at the top of the screen
  2. Click on "I'll choose what I work on"
  3. Scroll down to the "Education" section, click on "Start" to the right of "Expenses and Scholarships (1098-T)" and then answer the questions

@dakajsman1

Level 15
Jan 22, 2020 12:14:19 PM


@arlenezimmerly wrote:

I do have a SEARCH feature but no Find.


@arlenezimmerly  Search and Find are the same feature. You tagged on to an old thread that was talking about the 2018 TurboTax software. In the 2018 software it was called Find. In the 2019 software they changed it to Search.

New Member
Feb 21, 2020 1:54:30 PM

The search box brings up a help file, does not search Turbotax. I searched Schedule C and the help file accessed through the search box told me to Search Schedule C.

Expert Alumni
Feb 21, 2020 5:45:03 PM

To enter the self-employment income and expenses for a Schedule C, follow these steps:

 

1) Once in your return, click Federal (left-hand menu bar)

2) Click Income & Expenses at the top. 

3) Look for Self-employment income and expenses.

  • You may have to expand the choices in the Income & Expenses section to get this subsection to appear. 

4) Click Start when you find this section, and follow the guided interview. 

Level 2
Feb 22, 2020 1:13:45 PM

None of these steps are correct for me. I'm using TurboTax Deluxe 2019.

Expert Alumni
Feb 23, 2020 6:28:19 AM

In the line that shows your Federal and State refund (owed) follow straight right and you will find "Search".  As for the form you are looking to enter, I assume you mean 1098-T and that is found in the "Deductions & Credits" tab.  Scroll down to education and  click "Show More" to find the "Scholarship and Expenses 1098-T"  area.  

Level 2
Feb 23, 2020 10:13:37 AM

Thank you. I'm not looking for that form. I believe another person was, but your steps are correct for my version of TurboTax. Thank you for the response.

New Member
Mar 9, 2020 5:41:20 PM

In the upper right hand corner there are 2 arrows pointing to the right on the gray bar....there you go.

Returning Member
Mar 14, 2020 8:15:20 PM

I agree. there is no Fine on the 2019 turbo tax running under windows 10

Returning Member
Mar 14, 2020 8:23:03 PM

here is my experience:

With tax return open in Turbo Tax trying to find where estimated tax payments are entered is close to impossible. The only search tool that is available is on the main tool bar. Selecting it opens a non-resizable  search window. Let’s start with this window it is a fixed size that can be moved around the screen but expandable on shrinkable in either dimension. The text within the window can be moved vertically but not enough to fully display the bottom line.

On to search function. I searched on “estimated payments” and it tells me that with my return open to search for the term “estimated tax payments” the select “jump to”. Well this is a circular search because I searched on “estimated payments” to get me there and there is no jump link anywhere on the screen.

I am using TurboTax premier under Windows 10 1909.

 

I tried to submit this to TurboTax using their "tell us what you think link" only to receive a reply that this site was unavailable, try again latter.

 

After this experience, I am not sure that I would ever again use Turbotax not recommend it a friend  maybe to an enemy!

Level 2
Mar 14, 2020 9:08:38 PM

In Turbo Tax 2018 (Deluxe is what I used) there is a magnifier icon with the word SEARCH to its right. It is located to the far right on the gray tabbed bar on every page. Or another handy feature is to click on the forms icon to the far right on the big blue bar on every page and go directly to the list of forms available. Gotta say - I'm not sure what a 1099-T is.

New Member
Apr 4, 2020 3:53:35 PM

Hi,

I see the Search box in the Step-by-step view, but when I go to forms, I don't see any way to search for a word or phrase.

 

How can I search within Forms? Surely this must be available...it's such an obvious feature.

 

For example, I want to see all the forms withe the string "rollover". The only option I see is to use the Search box on the Step-by-step view, and then try to sort through the answers to question...that's lame.

Thanks.

Level 15
Apr 4, 2020 3:58:49 PM

No you can't search the forms.  At least I don't think you can.  You can search for a form.  Use the search box at the top of the left column.  I'll double check my Windows Home & Business program.

 

 You have to look through them. If you are looking for rollover info look for any 1099R forms you entered.  Look at your 1040 lines 4a-4d and drill down from there.  

New Member
May 18, 2020 11:01:49 AM

Yes I'm trying to find out what is the situation on my income tax it been over a month and half going on two months at first y'all said three weeks and I wonder what's the holdup cuz someone get back in contact with me ASP thank you

Expert Alumni
May 21, 2020 10:59:05 AM

Due to COVID-19, the IRS is currently not able to process individual paper tax returns. Paper returns will be processed by the IRS once processing centers are able to reopen but you should e-file if possible.  If you’ve already filed via paper and it hasn’t been processed yet, don’t file a second tax return. For more info, visit the IRS.  

 

The IRS issues most refunds in about 21 days, although some returns take more time to review.

 

To find out where your refund is, first check your e-file status. If it's been accepted, you can begin to track your refund at the IRS Where's My Refund? site.  You'll need your Social Security number or ITIN, filing status, and the exact amount of your refund to check your status.

 

@Tammy1970