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  1. What are the SEC previewer options?

    The SEC previewer options allow you to change certain behavior for the SEC previewer software and the Proof to SEC Previewer function. Options for the previewer can be accessed by clicking on the Publish  button on the File Ribbon and choosing th...
  2. How do I insert a hyperlink into my document?

    How to insert hyperlinks into an HTML document
  3. What operating systems can I use with GoFiler?

    Our support for GoFiler matches the Microsoft Lifecycle Policy for their operating systems. The GoFiler suite may still run on operating systems passed their end of life (as determined by Microsoft’s policy). However, Novaworks will not provide supp...
  4. How do I create a hidden label for an element?

    How to create a hidden label for an element in an Inline XBRL document
  5. How does GoFiler transmit filings to the SEC?

    GoFiler's transmission process is very simple. When you press the File Live or File Test button in GoFiler, the application submits your filing via the SEC web portal in the same manner as if you had manually submitted the filing using Internet ...
  6. What is the EDGAR PMAC?

    The Password Modification Authorization Code (PMAC) is an EDGAR access code that is used specifically to modify the Password that is used to log into the EDGAR system for a particular CIK. This code is automatically generated by EDGAR upon acceptanc...
  7. Can I preview my report using GoFiler?

    GoFiler includes a function to preview your XBRL report by downloading and installing the SEC’s XBRL previewer software. This function will handle the set up of the XBRL previewer software for you by downloading the necessary components from the SEC...
  8. How do I create a hidden fact?

    How to create a hidden fact in Inline XBRL
  9. How do I preview my report on the SEC’s website?

    In early 2018, the SEC removed the ability to preview XBRL reports using their website. Filers can still download the SEC's previewer software and install it on a computer to preview reports locally. To download the SEC's rendering software, follow ...
  10. Does an XBRL report need to be posted on a corporate website?

    Yes.  As part of the SEC's ruling for interactive data disclosure, filers are required to post their financial statements in interactive data format on their corporate website the same day it was filed (or was required to be filed) to the SEC.  See ...