Please be aware that there are two significant issues that are currently affecting filers: a) issues with HTML code generated by software other than GoFiler that can result in data loss if the HTML code contains no line returns; and b) SEC changes to the EDGAR system that are affecting the filing and acceptance response time and performance. The first issue has been addressed in a hotfix for GoFiler, which you can download and install by following the instructions in this notice. The second is not a problem with GoFiler but rather a general problem with the SEC changes to the EDGAR system. More information on that is also available in this notice.

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Under the leadership of Scott Theis, the XBRL US Domain Steering Committee (DSC) published the first release of the XBRL Taxonomy Development Handbook (TDH). Developed over a two-year period, the TDH provides an in-depth roadmap to building effective structured data reporting systems. The handbook covers the fundamentals of the XBRL specification, data modeling and translating models to XBRL, assessing project scope, creating an appropriate data model to support reporting requirements, the mechanics of building the taxonomy, best practice in establishing a governance structure, and documenting the program to aid XBRL preparers and consumers.
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Version 5.4a of all applications in the GoFiler Suite has been released. This release corresponds to EDGAR 20.2 and contains a number of corrections and improvements for Page View, XDX View (both US GAAP and Risk Return), N-PORT View and Submission View. There have also been a number of improvements to the general application to improve the handling of large files or files with long lines.

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The SEC will be closed Friday, July 3 in observance of Independence Day. The EDGAR System will not receive, process or accept filings on this day. Filings with a due date of July 3 will be due the following business day. Continue reading "SEC Closed Friday, July 3" »