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# Using dynamic segments to display data

# Using dynamic segments to display data in a record screen {#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

Dynamic segments in a record screen enable users to see a subset of relevant records rather than a whole list of records.
Use dynamic segments to create a link between selected elements near the top of the screen and
the content displayed below. The data displayed can either be the whole list of records or
specific records that relate to the individual segments. For example, a time sheet can contain a
dynamic segment consisting of the days of the working week. When a day is tapped, the relevant
data displays according to the selected segment.  
A record screen that contains a dynamic segment is comprised of the following components. For configuration details, see [Configure a dynamic segment to display selected data in a record screen](https://servicenow-prod.fluidtopics.net/v8dVOw6t4p78SPhPAux1sw "Configure a record screen with a dynamic screen segment so users can view records that correspond to selected segments, rather than view a complete list of records.")

* Record screen header - An item view that displays a summary of records within a record screen. For more information, see [Record screen](https://servicenow-prod.fluidtopics.net/xGWWpt3H0iUEYOOmpq3WkQ "Record screens display content for a specific single record.").
* Dynamic segment - List of records where each segment is a section of the list, for example, a day of the week. The data displayed in the embedded list screen area varies according to the selected segment.
* Header segment - Optional component that displays the whole list of records. For more information, see [Embedded lists for a record screen](https://servicenow-prod.fluidtopics.net/huLNPXxUyxUIkjYb~EeoYw "Use an embedded list to place a list of information that is related to your current record within a segment on your record screen so that your users don't have to navigate to a related list.").
* Segmented control - Area that includes both the dynamic segment and the header segment.
* Embedded list screen - Display area as defined by the user's selection in the segmented control. For more information, see [Embedded lists for a record screen](https://servicenow-prod.fluidtopics.net/huLNPXxUyxUIkjYb~EeoYw "Use an embedded list to place a list of information that is related to your current record within a segment on your record screen so that your users don't have to navigate to a related list.").
* Footer function - A function instance or function location that appears at the bottom of a record screen. For more information, see [Associate a function with a location in the app](https://servicenow-prod.fluidtopics.net/Augs8xkDK6V0LwjrneytfQ "For each function you create for an app, you must associate it with a specific location. You can associate most functions with a top menu, a swipe, or a specific field.").
{#dynamic-segment-form-screen__ul_hx3_rkk_d4b} Figure 1. Record screen containing a dynamic segment   

## Sizing of dynamic segment buttons {#dynamic-segment-form-screen__section_lbg_hxm_d4b}

When configuring a dynamic segment, you must define the height and width of the buttons. The
options are small, medium, or large. Use the illustration to get a perspective of the sizes
available.
Figure 2. Dynamic segment button sizing graph