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# Create new ad hoc filter

# Create an ad hoc filter {#ariaid-title1}

Release version: Australia  
Updated March 12, 2026  
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Create ad hoc filters directly from Dispatcher Workspace.

## Before you begin

Role required: wm_dispatcher

## Procedure

1. Navigate to AllField ServiceDispatchingDispatcher Workspace.
2. Select the Dispatcher Workspace.
3. In the drop-down of the filter search field, select Create New Filter.
4. Set up the conditions for the filter.
5. **Optional:** To save this filter for future use, select Save filter.
   1. Enter a Filter Name.
   2. Select Save.
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6. Select Update.

## Result

The new filter is added to the filter search drop-down.

* If the filter wasn't saved, it's added as Temporary filter.
* If the filter was saved, the new filter is added to the drop-down and to ListSaved FiltersTask Filters.
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