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# Using activity stream

# Using activity stream within a playbook {#ariaid-title1}

* Release version: Australia
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* Updated March 12, 2026
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* ![](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/portal-asset/ico-clock) 1 minute to read

Use activity stream within a playbook to add comments or notes, and view communication and task history for the parent or associated record.

Activities may contain a button, icon, or dropdown item to view a record's activity stream.

## Playbook activity stream examples {#activity-stream-in-playbook__section_bxd_34n_f4b}

To open the activity stream within a playbook, click the View activity button or select View History from the drop-down list.
Figure 1. Activity stream button Figure 2. Activity stream dropdown

## Activity stream modal {#activity-stream-in-playbook__section_xzx_zw5_fnb}

You can see tabs for comments and work notes related to a parent or associated record. You can
use the Compose text box to post new comments or work notes.

You can view previous activity by scrolling down to the Activity
section.