First VAT return

I am completing my first VAT return using Quick File and wanted to ask how to log my pre-trading expenses, some of which are vatable that I would like to reclaim the VAT for.

Also, I have had some miscellaneous expenses since trading began e.g. client meetings with coffees, etc… which do not seem to be getting picked up as part of the VAT return.

I have had a look at the VAT returns guide in the knowledgebase, and as far as I can tell, it doesn’t have the answer I need! As always, your advice would be much appreciated.