# Activity Types
To create a new activity type, complete the fields for 'Activity Type Name', 'Parent', 'Color', 'Default Responsible', and 'Description', then click 'Submit' to save.
When adding or editing a Activity Type, you typically fill out the following fields:
· **Activity Type Name** – The title or name of the activity.
· **Parent** – The main or higher-level category that the activity type belongs to (useful for organizing related activities).
· **Color** – A visual identifier to easily distinguish activity types in dashboards or calendars.
· **Default Responsible** – The person or team automatically assigned to this type of activity.
· **Description** – Additional details explaining the purpose or nature of the activity type.
**Please find attached the video for the Activity Types.**
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**Follow these Steps to navigate and use** **Activity Types**:
**1.Click "Administrative Task"**
**2. Click "New Activity Type"**
**3.Navigate to the 'Activity Type Name' field, and either select an existing activity type or enter the desired name for the new activity type.**
**4.Navigate to the 'Parent' field, and either select an existing activity type or enter the desired name for Parent.**
**5.You may select your preferred color for the color-coding scheme**
**6.Assign the appropriate individual as the "Default Responsible".**
**7.Enter a description, if applicable.**
**8.Click "Submit"**
**Please find the link to the Step-By-Step reference guide for Activity Types. [Activity Type.png](https://support.ceonesource.com/attachments/34)**
**✅ Tips for Activity Types:**
**1. Use Clear and Descriptive Names –** Ensure each activity type has a name that clearly reflects the task or action it represents**.**
2. **Categorize with Parent Types –** Organize activity types under parent categories for easier tracking and reporting.
3. **Assign Default Responsibilities** – Set a default responsible person or team to streamline task assignment.
**4. ****Utilize Color Coding –** Apply distinct colors for each activity type to enhance visual organization and quick identification**.**
5. **Provide Relevant Descriptions –** Add concise descriptions to clarify the purpose and scope of each activity type.
**6. ****Review and Update Regularly –** Periodically check activity types to ensure they remain accurate, relevant, and aligned with current workflows.