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  1. 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 ...
  2. What do View/Edit Monetary Facts and Default Precision really mean?

    The difference between these two fields on the Add Presentation , Presentation Wizards and Presentation Properties dialog is subtle but important. Before discussing the fields, it is important to remember that on an XBRL report, a financial fi...
  3. How do I set default project settings?

    You can create a file that contains the default values that will be used for the Project Properties each time a new project file is created in the application using either the New  function or the Project Wizard . To do this, follow the steps be...
  4. 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 ...
  5. How do I copy my GoFiler settings from one computer to another?

    How to move your software settings to a new computer.
  6. How do I add a balance type for a custom element?

    Almost all standard monetary elements in the US-GAAP taxonomy have a normal balance type of either credit or debit, depending on the accounting principal that element represents. When creating a custom monetary element, it is a good idea to decide w...
  7. How do I import data from PowerPoint?

    PowerPoint presentations can be converted in two ways: you can bring in a snapshot or picture of each slide and you can also bring in the plain text contained on each slide.  It is a common practice to use images to represent the data as it appears ...
  8. How can I access GoFiler remotely from my home?

    There are two basic approaches to accessing GoFiler on a home computer. Your software license enables you to use the software on one computer, so you will not be able to use GoFiler on a home computer at the same time someone uses the same license o...
  9. What are the benefits of registering my software?

    Registering your software is a simple process that provides you with additional support in case you need it. If you require assistance with your product, simply follow the steps below. Register your software by providing your name and e-mail. Con...
  10. How do I change the default templates directory for the Project Wizard?

    The default templates directory is set to be the Templates folder in the application directory when the application is first run. You can set the template directory to a network location to ensure that all your workstations use the same templates. P...