How to Lock Periods in Xero

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It is very easy to lock periods in Xero. Here’s a short tutorial on how to do it in simple steps:

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1. On Xero's main dashboard, go to the top menu bar and click 'Accounting'.
2. Choose 'Advanced' from the list of options.
3. After that, find and click 'Financial Settings'.
4. Scroll down to the Lock Dates section, then set your preferred period. Simply click the drop-down menu and pick a date from the calendar.
5. Once done, click 'Save' to apply the changes.
6. After completing these steps, the financial reporting period of your Xero organization will be locked based on your input.