Signature nt

[TAXMAN]

For users of ATX how do I get a printed signature in the signature box on page 1? I also did not see a date signed show up except on the efile page. Thanks all.

[Margaret CPA in OH]

Under Tools be sure  you have entered the data for preparer and checked the box Print Signature.  Under Options/Preferences/Preparer Manager, select the preparer to Enter this preparer's information on all new returns or ERO's information.

[TAXMAN]

What I meant was how do I get the printed signature to look like it is a signature not a printed name. Sorry for the confusion.

[Hahn1040]

I know this was a topic in the past, but i cannot find it to refer to:

FIRST you have to have your picture saved on your computer.  Mine is a scanned pdf

go to customize master forms

select 1040 (and then other forms you want to place your signature)

select: edit then insert picture

click in the signature box where you want the signature

find your signature where you have saved it in your files

it will now be on your page

you will want to resize it so that it fits in the box.  If you don't like the way it looks, you can go back and resize it later

save master

then close master

not all forms will allow you to insert the picture so you will want to keep the box checked as described above.  Your pic will be over the printed signature placed in the program.

 

 

 

[Margaret CPA in OH]

It used to be much easier if you merely wanted it to look like a signature.  You could choose a font in the master form and it would show up.  I really liked that option.  It was prettier than my actual signature!  I just use the printed one now as it is permitted by IRS and agencies.  And I think the process by Hahn104 is above my pay grade

[Hahn1040]

be sure to use "insert picture"

do not "insert text"  that does not work