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  1. Can I move GoFiler from one computer to another?

    How to move your software license between two computers
  2. 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 ...
  3. 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...
  4. 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...
  5. 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...
  6. 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...
  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. What are the requirements for XBRL, and what do the “levels” of tagging mean?

    The XBRL filing requirements are often referred to as “levels of tagging” due to the initial phase-in of XBRL for EDGAR. XBRL filers must complete all levels of tagging in the report and XBRL reports must contain all reported periods in the filer’s ...
  9. What do I do if my interactive data was removed from a Live filing?

    In the event that an XBRL report contains errors or is improperly formatted, the EDGAR System will truncate the filing. This will remove the interactive data from the filing to allow the non-XBRL portions of the filing to be accepted by the EDGAR Sy...
  10. How do I stop text from appearing to the left and/or right side of a table?

    If you see text to the left or right side of your table when viewing it in Page View or a web browser, the author of your source document may have used a text wrapping feature when the original document was created. In an application like Microsof...