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# Add a shape library element for a custom shape

# Add a shape library element for a custom shape {#ariaid-title1}

Release version: Brazil  
Updated September 10, 2026  
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Create a shape library element to associate a custom shape and its diagram action to the custom shape library.

## Before you begin

Role required: sn_apm.apm_admin

## Procedure

1. Navigate to WorkspacesEnterprise Architecture Workspace.
2. Open the Setup page by selecting the Setup icon (![setup icon.]()).
3. Select the expand row icon (![expand row icon.]()) next to Enterprise Modeling and Visualization.
4. Select Shape Libraries.
5. Open the custom shape library for which you want to associate a custom shape and its diagram action.
6. Select the Shape Library Elements tab.
7. Select New.
8. On the Shape Library Element form, fill in the fields.  
   For field information, see [Shape library element form](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/NQ_ptlgfIm7kT9uwNkjTfQ "Associate a shape element and its diagram action to a shape library so that the shape is available in the Enterprise Modeling and Visualization.").
9. Select Save.
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