Configure your internet options
You'll need to set up the following internet options for GoFileRoom to work properly.
- Select the search icon next to the Windows Start button and enterInternet Options.
- SelectInternet optionsfrom the menu.
- Go to theGeneraltab:
- SelectSettingsfrom the Browsing history section.
- On the Temporary Internet Files tab:
- SelectEvery time I visit the webpage, thenOK.
- SelectDeletefrom the Browsing history section.
- MarkTemporary Internet Files and website filesandCookies and website dataand clear every other option.
- SelectDelete.
- Go to theSecuritytab:
- SelectTrusted sites.
- SelectSites.
- Clear theRequire server verification (https:) for all sites in this zonecheckbox.
- In theAdd this website to the zonefield, enter[*.]engagementmanager.thomsonreuters.com,[*.]onvio.co.uk,[*.]gofileroom.com, then selectAdd.
- Re-mark theRequire server verification (https:) for all sites in this zone, then selectClose.
- SelectCustom level.
- In theReset custom settingsdropdown list, selectLow, thenReset.
- In the Settings list, enableDisplay mixed content, then selectOK.
- Go to theAdvancedtab:
- MarkUse TLS 1.2.
- SelectApply, thenOK.
Set up Google Chrome
Before you open Engagement Manager with Google Chrome, you need to configure the browser. Engagement Manager uses notifications, pop-ups, and redirects that Chrome can block automatically.
- Open Google Chrome.
- Select theCustomize and control Google Chromeoption
to open the Chrome menu, then choose Settings. - OpenPrivacy and security, then selectSite Settings.
- SelectNotifications, thenAddin the Allowed to send notifications section.
- Enter [*.]engagementmanager.thomsonreuters.com in theSitefield then selectAdd.
- SelectPop-ups and redirects, thenAddin the Allow section.
- Add each of the following sites to the list:
- [*.]engagementmanager.thomsonreuters.com
- [*.]onvio.co.uk
- [*.]gofileroom.com
- SelectAddto finish the Chrome set up for Engagement Manager.
Configure Microsoft Edge
Use these steps to set up Microsoft Edge for Engagement Manager.
important
We recommend you use Google Chrome as the default browser with Engagement Manager. Thomson Reuters doesn’t support Microsoft Edge. At this time, there is no internal testing in the Edge browser or any guarantee that all functionalities will work in Edge.
- Open Microsoft Edge.
- SelectSettings and more
to open the browser menu and choose Settings. - SelectCookies and site permissions, thenManage and delete cookies and site data.
- In the Allow section, selectAdd.
- Enter each site and useAddto save:
- [*.]uk.engagementmanager.thomsonreuters.com
- [*.]onvio.us
- [*.]uk.gofileroom.com
- SelectCookies and data storedto go back to the previous screen, thenNotifications.
- In the Allow section, selectAdd.
- Enter [*.]uk.engagementmanager.thomsonreuters.com and selectAdd.
- SelectSite permissionsto go back to the previous screen, thenPop-ups and redirects.
- In the Allow section, selectAdd.
- Enter each site and useAddto save:
- [*.]uk.engagementmanager.thomsonreuters.com
- [*.]onvio.us
- [*]uk.gofileroom.com
Install Engagement Manager Add-ins
A new Engagement Manager web add-in is now available, and we recommend installing it, as all future enhancements and maintenance will be delivered exclusively to the web version. You may use either the web add-in or the legacy desktop add-in. Follow these instructions for the installation process.
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Only one add-in should be installed and active at a time. Avoid using both add-ins simultaneously. You can uninstall the desktop add-in from in Windows.
Key differences between Engagement Manager add-ins
Web add-in
- Available from Microsoft Marketplace
- Works across Office platforms (Windows, Mac, Web)
- Modern web-based technology
- Automatic updates
- Cross-platform compatibility
- Enhanced security
- Better performance
- Future-proof technology
Desktop add-in (legacy)
- Older COM-based technology
- Windows desktop only
- Manual installation required
- Being phased out
Features available in the Engagement Manager web add-in
- Updated UI and modern technology, with installation directly from the Microsoft Add-ins store for Excel and Word.
- Updates no longer require local downloads or reinstalls due to the web-based technology.
- Notes:View, add, edit, assign, reply to, and delete notes linked to the active workpaper (Excel and Word). Changes made in the add-in are reflected on the engagementsNoteslist tab.
- Tickmarks:A permission allows designated users customize tickmark labels or reset them to defaults for both workpapers and Trial Balance. Firm-level administrators assign this permission in theSetupgroup and customize in theFirm Setupmenu.
- Recalculate:Automatically sync your workpaper with the latest engagement data when opening Excel and Word workpapers. To turn this on, go to .
- Journal Entries link:A link in the initial drawer opens and redirects to theJournal Entriesscreen for efficient navigation.
- User notifications:The web add-in confirms successful actions (for example, Recalculate and Clear during rollforward) and displays alert messages when errors occur.
- Engagement Link formulas, Workpaper Reference, Procedure Completed, Check Mark, Custom Excel (formerly Options), and Tickmarks continue to be available with an enhanced UI and modernized codebase.
Install Engagement Manager web add-in
Install the Engagement Manager web add-in to use features that integrate with Microsoft 365 apps and to access the latest functionality in Excel or Word.
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This add-in supports Microsoft 365 for Windows (Office 2016 or later) and Office Online. You can install it directly from the Microsoft Marketplace or follow the instructions below.
- Open either Microsoft Excel or Word.
- In theHometab, selectAdd-ins.

- You can directly install add-ins from the page or selectMore Add-insto explore.
- In theOffice Add-inswindow, select theStoretab, search for the Engagement Manager add-in, and selectAdd.
- Review the license terms, then selectContinue.
- Enter a valid Engagement Manager email.
- Choose your region U.S. or U.K., then selectSign in.
- After sign in, the Engagement Manager Add-in side pane appears.
Install Engagement Manager desktop add-in
Install the Engagement Manager desktop add-in to use the functions that integrate with Microsoft Office applications.
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We support the current and one prior version of the client add-in. If your firm experiences any issues, make sure you have the latest version of the client add-in installed.
- Find which version of Word or Excel you have installed:
- Open either Microsoft Excel or Word.
- SelectFileand chooseAccount.
- SelectAbout ExcelorAbout Word.
- Note if the version is 32-bit or 64-bit.
- Open Engagement Manager.
- SelectSetup
, then Downloads. - In the Add-Ins section of the Downloads screen, choose the Office Client Add-In with the version that matches your installed version.
- For 32-bit, select and downloadOffice Client Add-In XX.X (32-bit)
- For 64-bit, select and downloadOffice Client Add-In XX.X (64-bit).
- Run the installation file.troubleIf you receive an error that the Visual Studio 2010 Tools for Office Runtime is not installed, download and install it component from the Microsoft Download Center for Visual Studio Tools 2010.
- Choose your region in the End-User License Agreement:
- SelectAmericasfor the U.S.
- SelectEMEAfor the U.K.
By choosing the wrong region, then you can't sign in with your username and password properly from the add-in. There is also a server.config file atC:\program files\thomsonreuters\engagementmanager\officethat will either say UKPROD or PROD.
Install the Engagement Manager Link
Install the Engagement Manager link if you plan to use desktop applications like such as Outlook.
- Open Engagement Manager.
- SelectSetup
and choose Downloads. - SelectEngagement Manager Linkand download the installation file.
- Select the installation file to run it and follow the steps in the wizard to install the Engagement Manager Link.
Install the Dynamic Web TWAIN scanner
install the Dynamic Web TWAIN to scan workpapers into an engagement binder.
- Open Engagement Manager.
- SelectSetup
and choose Downloads. - SelectDynamic Web TWAINand download the installation file.
- Select the installation file to run it and follow the steps in the wizard to install the tool.
- On the Optional addon features for Web TWAIN SDK screen, leave the fields blank and selectSkip.
Install GoFileRoom Add-Ins
Install GoFileRoom Add-Ins to use GoFileRoom functions that integrate with other programs, such as Adobe Acrobat and Microsoft Office.
To download an Add-In, hover over your username, then select
Preferences
. Go to the Downloads
tab, then select the desired Add-In from the dropdown list. You'll want to install these add-ins on each workstation that will use them. The following are the add-ins available:- GoFileRoom Client includes 5 of the most commonly used GoFileRoom Add-ins:
- Adobe Acrobat integrates GoFileRoom and Adobe functionality.
- Microsoft Office integrates GoFileRoom and Microsoft Word and Excel functionality.
- Microsoft Outlook integrates GoFileRoom and Outlook functionality.
- QuickLaunch lets you quickly open and use GoFileRoom without having to log in each time.
- ControlPanel simplifies uploading and managing your files in GoFileRoom.noteGoFileRoom supports the current and 1 prior version of the Client Add-In. If your firm experiences any issues, make sure your users have the latest version of the Client Add-In installed.
- ScanFlow simplifies scanning and transferring documents to GoFileRoom.
- Upload Service transfers documents to GoFileRoom. You'll need this if you're using ScanFlow, and is optional if you're using the Adobe or Outlook Add-ins.
- Lookup List Sync utility syncs your GoFileRoom lookup lists with your time and billing apps.
- File Importer Service automatically uploads and indexes tax returns and other files to GoFileRoom.