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Getting Started with Records – Template

Records are the core of your Shape workspace. This guide covers the basics of creating and managing them.

What Is a Record?

A record represents a single contact or lead in your CRM. Every record has a status, an owner, and a history of activity.

How to Create a Record

1

Open the Records page

Navigate to the Records tab in the left sidebar.

The Records page
2

Click “Add Record”

Fill in the contact’s name, email, and phone number, then save.

Tip: You can import records in bulk instead of adding them one at a time.

Best Practices

  • Keep record statuses up to date.
  • Assign an owner to every new record.
  • Add notes after each interaction.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I delete a record?+

Yes, records can be deleted from the record detail page or in bulk.

Who can see my records?+

Visibility depends on your role permissions.

Dani Dunn

Senior Project Manager, Shape Software

Dani Dunn leads enterprise client management at Shape Software, where her team supports some of the platform's largest customers. She has been with Shape for over a decade, giving her deep hands-on expertise in CRM implementation and workflows.