Direct Filing

Direct Filing

            Direct Filing Option is available that simplifies the submission process of Edgar HTML and XBRL/iXBRL for various form types. Below are the outlined steps required to initiate and complete the Direct Filing process seamlessly. First step is to choose "Output" in the Documents menu, then select the required entity and the document.




EDGAR

When there is no tags available in the document use "EDGAR" option otherwise use XBRL or iXBRL.

      1. Select the “EDGAR” option from the Direct Filing menu to ensure that your documents are efficiently processed through the SEC's electronic filing system.
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If the workspace status is set to "Closed," it cant be used for direct filing. Ensure that the workspace status is in "Open." Status. 
      2. Navigate to the Generate Output section choose “EDGAR” option and select the “Prepare Documents.” This action enables the preparation of documents specifically tailored for filing via EDGAR present under the Direct Filing option.
      3. Click on the “Prepare for Filing” icon to commence the filing process with the SEC.. A pop-up box will appear, prompting you to input the necessary details. Fill in the relevant information and proceed by clicking the “Prepare” button.
      4. Then, click on the “File with SEC” icon to complete the filing process. In the subsequent pop-up box, provide the required credentials and then click "Submit" to finalize the submission.




XBRL

      1. Begin by selecting "XBRL" from the Direct Filing options menu. Next, choose "XBRL" from the Generate section to ensure the proper configuration for XBRL submission.
      2. Click on the "Generate XBRL" icon. When the process is complete, you'll see a green checkmark at the bottom. At this point, click the "Validate and Download" icon to continue.
      3. After validation is complete, a pop-up will appear, prompting you to download the Arelle Validation Report in Excel format. You can either click "Excel Report" to download the report or click  "Cancel." This action will also activate the "Prepare for Filing" option under the Direct Filing section.
      4. Next, download the output files by clicking on the "Download ZIP" icon located at the bottom of the Validate and Download section.
      5. To initiate the filing process, click on the "Prepare for Filing" icon. This can be done for either a live or test filing with the SEC. Fill in the relevant details in the pop-up box and click "Prepare" to move forward.
      6. Now, complete the filing process by clicking on the "File with SEC" icon. In the pop-up box that appears, provide the necessary credentials and click "Submit." The application will then facilitate the simultaneous filing of both EDGAR (with Exhibits) and XBRL.
      7. For test filings, you can locate the accession code under the Direct Filing section. For live filings, monitor the filing status within the Direct Filing section to ensure successful submission.


iXBRL

      1. Start by navigating to the Direct Filing options and choosing "iXBRL". This directs your filing process towards using iXBRL for your submission.
      2. Within the Generate section, click on the "iXBRL" icon. Next, click "Run Prerequisites" to ensure all necessary requirements are met. Once the prerequisites are complete and you can see the green checkmark indicating readiness, click the "Generate iXBRL" icon to initiate the generation process.



      3. After generating your iXBRL document, proceed to validate it by clicking the "Validate and Download" icon. Once validation is successful, you'll see the option to download the output files as a ZIP  archive at the bottom of the screen. This step also activates the "Prepare for Filing" option under the Direct Filing section.
      4. When the pop-up window appears, you'll have the option to download the Arelle Validation Report in Excel format. This report gives you detailed info into the validation process, ensuring your iXBRL document is accurate and compliant. Choose "Excel Report" to download or click "Cancel" if you don't need it.



      5. To preview how your iXBRL document will appear to the SEC, click on the "Generate iXBRL Preview" icon. This lets you review the document and ensure it's ready for submission.



      6. Now, click on the "Prepare for Filing" icon in the Direct Filing section to start the filing process for either live or test submissions with the SEC. Fill in the relevant details in the pop-up box and click  "Prepare" to move forward.

      7. Finally, complete the filing process by clicking on the "File with SEC" icon. Enter your credentials in the pop-up box and click "Submit". The application will seamlessly handle the simultaneous filing of both iXBRL and exhibits.



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