> ## Documentation Index
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# Add Files and Notes

> Attach documents and add internal notes to a work order

<Note>
  **Required role:** **Technicians** can add notes and files to assigned work orders. **Admins** and **Managers** can do so for any work order.
</Note>

## Add a note

<Steps>
  <Step title="Open the work order">
    In **Maintenance → Work Orders**, click the relevant work order.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Go to the Notes tab">
    Click the **Notes** or **Activity** tab on the work order detail page.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Write your note">
    Type your note in the text field. Notes are useful for progress updates, observations, or communication between team members.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Post">
    Click **Post Note**. The note will appear in the activity timeline with your name and a timestamp.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Attach a file

<Steps>
  <Step title="Open the work order">
    Click the relevant work order in **Maintenance → Work Orders**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Go to the Files tab">
    Click the **Files** or **Attachments** tab.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Upload">
    Click **Upload** and select a file from your device. Supported formats include images (JPG, PNG), PDFs, and other documents.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Add a label (optional)">
    Add a description to the file (e.g., "Before photo", "Repair invoice").
  </Step>

  <Step title="Save">
    The file is automatically saved and attached to the work order.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Next steps

<Card title="Complete a Work Order" icon="circle-check" href="/maintenance/work-orders/complete-a-work-order">
  Mark the work order as done when the task is finished.
</Card>