Does sec-parser provide support for XBLR docs for parsing or just HTML documents?

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Thank you for your question. To clarify, sec-parser is currently designed to prioritize parsing HTML documents from the SEC EDGAR database. Here's a more detailed explanation for why we have initially focused on HTML rather than XBRL:

1. Wider Initial Coverage: HTML documents are more commonly found in the EDGAR database. By initially concentrating on HTML parsing, we can cover a larger variety of documents, providing broader utility right off the bat.
2. Subset of Data in XBRL: Even for companies that do provide data in XBRL format, this often represents only a subset of the information available. HTML documents, on the other hand, frequently contain more comprehensive data, making them a richer source.
3. Existing XBRL Solutions: There are robust open-source libraries and third-party APIs already available for handling XBRL. Given these existing solutions, our immediate priority has been to address gaps in HTML parsing, where there's a clear gap in the market.

While our initial efforts are directed towards HTML parsing, XBRL is certainly on our roadmap for future development phases.

I hope this clarifies our current approach and future plans. Feel free to ask if you have more questions!