why did turbo tax say it would use itemized dedcutions and then it took the standard which was wrong. We also qualified for the senior $6,000 additional deduction

[LeticiaF1]

TurboTax chooses the deduction that is most advantageous for each return.   If TurboTax is also using the itemized deduction, it could be that your total itemized deductions might be higher than your standard deduction or that you chose to use your itemized deductions. You can switch between deductions in the program.

TurboTax Online

1. Go to the screen: Based on what you told us, [either Standard Deduction or Itemizing deductions] is right for you, and select Change my deduction.
2. On the Which deduction do you want to take this year? popup, you'll see the dollar value of each deduction type.
3. Select the type of deduction you want and select Continue twice.

TurboTax Desktop

1. Open or continue your return.
2. Select Federal Taxes.
3. If using Home & Business, select Personal.
4. Select Deductions & Credits.
5. When asked how you want to enter your deductions and credits, select I'll choose what I work on.
6. Scroll all the way to the bottom of the Your 2025 Deductions & Credits screen and select Done with Deductions.
7. Continue until you see The Standard [or Itemized] Deduction is Right for You!
8. Select Change my deduction and choose which one you'd like.
9. Select Continue to apply any changes.

How do I change from the standard deduction to itemized (or vice-versa)?