# Log Entry ## Overview {% content-ref url="" %} [](https://docs.cw.crisisworks.com/modules/operations/logs) {% endcontent-ref %} Log Entries are a [Type](https://docs.cw.crisisworks.com/modules/operations/logs/..#type) of Log you can use to record textual information typically associated with a person's account of a situation. It functions like a digital version of a log book or diary. For example if you need to record situations such as: * Leaving Operations to attend meeting * Spoke to someone about needing more desks in the room * Distributed situation report to staff {% hint style="info" %} Note that Log Entries are intended to be shared with the whole team and while they can be edited, the original log is retained in the audit trail. {% endhint %} For general instructions on managing Logs refer to [Logs](https://docs.cw.crisisworks.com/modules/operations/logs). Log Entry is the default Type for Logs. There is no need to change this setting in the Log to use it. ## Settings #### Status Log messages default to a status of Logged. There is no need to change the status. #### Log Message Use this field to record a log entry in [rich text format](https://docs.cw.crisisworks.com/concepts-and-fundamentals/on-a-computer/using-the-datagrid/editing-items#rich-text-fields). This field is required to be filled in and the Log cannot be saved without it.

#### Attachments You can attach as many files as necessary to your Log Entry. These are uploaded using the [Add File button](https://docs.cw.crisisworks.com/concepts-and-fundamentals/on-a-computer/using-the-datagrid/editing-items#attaching-files).