Attaching iXBRL Files to the Ftax CT600 (2:15)

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Attaching iXBRL files to the CT600 – Step by Step Instructions

When both iXBRL computations and accounts files have been created and saved in a known location then you are ready to attach them to the CT600. These may have been generated by Ftax itself, or by another service such as VT Software.

To attach the files, go to the ‘Attachments‘ page via the bookmarks on the left:

Alternatively you may also reach this page via the red button at the top of page 2 of the tax return:

Begin by clicking the red ‘Attach iXBRL Accounts‘ button at the top:

And then selecting the file from its known location:

The file name and type should appear at the bottom of the page to confirm the attachment:

If you do not have an iXBRL Accounts file to attach then a reason must be selected from the drop down list displayed:

Next, click the the red ‘Attach iXBRL Computations‘ button and select the file from its known location:

Again, the file name and type will appear at the bottom of the page to confirm the attachment:

 If you do not have an iXBRL Computations file to attach then a reason must be selected from the drop down list:

An additional PDF form may be then attached at the bottom of the Attachments page:

Other instructions on the page should be read to help you correctly attach your files:

If you make a mistake when attaching then you can clear the attachment file boxes at the bottom and the page will prompt you to begin again:

When you have finished attaching, click the’Back to Return‘ button at the top and return to the opening page ready to submit:

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