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title: Classify data
description: Group data by type, using pre-defined or user-defined data classifications. Assign data classifications to specific table columns in the Dictionary \[sys\_dictionary\] table. When you assign data classifications, it creates entries in the Dictionary-Data Class \[m2m\_dictionary\_dataclass\] table, which you can then review in the Overview dashboard.
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# Classify data

Group data by type, using pre-defined or user-defined data classifications. Assign data classifications to specific table columns in the Dictionary \[sys\_dictionary\] table. When you assign data classifications, it creates entries in the Dictionary-Data Class \[m2m\_dictionary\_dataclass\] table, which you can then review in the Overview dashboard.

## Before you begin

Role required: data\_classification\_admin, admin

## Procedure

1.  Select **New** to assign data from a table to be classified.

2.  Select the data class from the drop-down.

3.  Select the records reflecting the tables and columns to be classified.

    Choose additional rows to display per page in the table to simplify locating a particular table.

4.  Select **Classify data**.

    The data is classified under the Classification Name in the Classified Data table.

5.  View or export the data to Excel, CSV, JSON, or PDF.

    Choose to download the data in the chosen format or receive it via email.