To update your W-4, fill out a new form and give it to your employer so they can adjust your federal income tax withholding going forward. You can upload your current W-4 to our PDF editor and update only the fields that changed, or start from scratch with the preloaded blank form and fill it out digitally before submitting it to HR or payroll. Here are some common situations when it makes sense to update your W-4: - **New dependents:** Birth or adoption of a child. - **Employment changes:** Starting a second job. - **Marital status:** Getting married or divorced. - **Tax adjustment: **You r

While the IRS W-4 is typically submitted directly to your employer rather than filed with the IRS, ensure that any electronic submission method complies with your employer's guidelines. Check your software compatibility and ensure you have the latest version for optimal functionality.

If both you and your spouse are employed, indicate this on your W-4 Form. The spouse with the higher income should complete steps 2-4, while the other spouse can leave those steps blank. If both of you work similar jobs and earn about the same, check box 2(c) on the W-4.