Filling Out & Printing Forms via Computer

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Does anyone know of any way to fill in a form (i.e. pre-made tax forms, etc)
& print it through the computer? I was using a word-processor but now have a
computer and I prefer to do this with typed info instead of handwritten. I
don't use a tax program (too expensive...do it myself).

Just wonder if anyone knows of anyway to do this. I not only need it for
tax purposes, but have other pre-made forms to fill out.
 
Elsie said:
Does anyone know of any way to fill in a form (i.e. pre-made tax forms, etc)
& print it through the computer? I was using a word-processor but now have a
computer and I prefer to do this with typed info instead of handwritten. I
don't use a tax program (too expensive...do it myself).

Just wonder if anyone knows of anyway to do this. I not only need it for
tax purposes, but have other pre-made forms to fill out.
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Some software for generating PDF files allows Adobe Reader users to type
their information into the blanks on their computer screen and print the
combined form and information. The agency producing the form uses the
payware form production software, but the forms can be viewed, filled in
and printed with free reader software.

The US's IRS has been known to implement the PDF versions that allow the
reader software to fill out the form. Note that these forms don't make
ANY tax calculations. You have to do all the math and type the entry in
EVERY necessary line. That agency's site offers and extensive list of
forms and instructions for download.

Before such conveniences I used to perform such tasks by manipulating
the cell widths and heights in a spreadsheet. I sometimes had some blank
rows or coloums in the sheet. If the popular productivity suite isn't
compatable with your budget try OpenOffice.org .
 
Thanks, I did find the US IRS "fill-in" forms; unfortunately our "state"
forms do not provide this convenience.

I do have the Office package, but still wish there were a "simpler" way of
filling out & printing pre-made forms" than "trial & error".

Thanks for your help.
 
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