# GSTR 1: Filing Guide

This tutorial walks you through preparing and filing GSTR1 using CLEAR. By the end, you'll know how to navigate the GST module and utilize its features effectively.

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Navigate to the **GST module** in the CLEAR portal. You'll find modules like **GST**, **Max ITC**, **E-invoicing**, **TDS**, and **Notice management**.

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In the GST module, access the **dashboard**. Click **see all** to view options for other returns.

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Explore the **report section** for detailed reports.

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Check the **reconciliation** options, including **GSTR-1 vs SR**, **GSTR-3B vs PR**, and **2A vs PR**.

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On the left-hand side, you'll see options like **dashboard**, in which there is **filing**, and **report section**.

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In the **report section**, access detailed reports.

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Under **reconciliation**, explore options like **Invoice vs Sales Register**, **2A vs PR**, and **2B vs PR**.
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Navigate to **data overview**.

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In **data overview**, review reports on your purchase and sales registers.

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Check the **GST data status** to see data downloaded from the government portal.
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At the bottom left, click **settings**.

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In **settings**, find local settings. The first is **contact master**, which manages vendor contacts.

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Explore the **custom field** option to add multiple ERP columns to the template.

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Check **custom templates** to upload and map your sales or purchase register templates with **CLEAR's template**.

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Navigate to **GSTR1** under **form setting** for DOC and HSN series settings.

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Create a new series for missing invoices.

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Create a single series and mark missing invoices as canceled.

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Go to **HSN summary** to manage invoices and create notes.

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Move to the **filing section**.

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In **filing**, access forms like **GSTR1**, **GSTR-3B**, and **ITC-04**. Click **GSTR1**.

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After selecting **GSTR1**, choose your **business**.

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Select either a **single GST** or a **pan**.

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Choose the return period for filing.

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Click Continue.

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After clicking Continue, connect your GST numbers.

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Click Connect and enter your user ID and password.

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