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February 2, 2026
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Hi, can anyone please explain how I create an xbrl file in Pro Tax/Workpapers. I hsve been using another piece of software and have got a bit rusty with QBO! Thank you

  • February 2, 2026
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QuickBooks Team
February 2, 2026

Hi there, @quickbooks13. To generate and download an iXBRL file, let's navigate to the Annual accounts tab on the Workpapers page and select the View/Edit report

 

  1. In the Workpapers window, go to the Annual accounts tab.
  2. Find your chosen report, then View/Edit report.
  3. Click the Download report as dropdown and pick between Full accounts or Abbreviated accounts (iXBRL).
  4. Hit Save, once done.

 

To stay on top of your client's annual accounts using Workpapers, you can check out this article for more information: Prepare and submit annual accounts to Companies House.

 

After that, you can now click the Send report to Pro Tax to submit your Corporation Tax return (also called the CT600 form).

 

Don't hesitate to post an update if you have further questions. I'm always here whenever you need a hand.