# How to Add a Manual Journal Entry in Xero

> To add a manual journal entry in Xero, navigate to Accounting, Reports, and Journal Report. Tap Go To Manual Journals, open the desired journal, and select Journal Options and Edit. Add the entry details to the table, review your input, and click Post.

Canonical: https://livedemo.ai/tutorials/how-to-add-a-manual-journal-entry-in-xero/
Apps: Xero
Updated: 2026-10-05
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## Steps

1. On Xero's main dashboard, head over to the top menu bar and click 'Accounting'.
2. Choose 'Reports' from the list of options.
3. After that, click 'Journal Report' to proceed.
4. Tap 'Go To Manual Journals' afterwards.
5. Find and open the journal where you wish to add an entry.
6. Following that, tap 'Journal Options' at the top-right corner.
7. Select 'Edit' to continue.
8. Head over to the table, then add a new entry. Provide the Description, Account, Tax Rate, Debit, and Credit of the transaction.
9. Once done, review your input and click 'Post' to save the changes.
10. After completing these steps, your manual journal entry in Xero will be added accordingly.