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# Filter and sort instances

# Filter and sort instances {#ariaid-title1}

Release version: Brazil  
Updated September 10, 2026  
![](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/portal-asset/ico-clock) 1 minute to read  
Filter and sort the instance list to find specific instances and customize the display format.

## Before you begin

Role required: clone_admin. [Multi-Instance view is enabled.](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/jOTZAIj8HWLNs5X2REPDzA "Configure Multi-Instance View to see consolidated activity across all connected instances.")

## Procedure

1. Filter instances by source using the Origin Instance list.  
   Use the Origin Instance drop-down to view instances by their clone source.
2. Filter instances by status using the filter icon.  
   Use the filter icon to view instances by their status.
3. Sort the instance list by selecting any column header.  
   Default sort is Most Recent to show most recently cloned instances first.
4. Change the instance display format using the view icons.  
   * Select the grid icon to view the instance list as a grid.
   * Select the list icon to view the instance list as a list. The list view allows customizing the columns displayed. Select the gear icon to configure the columns.

## Result

The Instance List shows each instance with the following information:
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| Column | Description |
|-|-|
| CHG Number | Change request associated with the clone request |
| Source Instance | Which instance serves as source for the clone operation |
| Target Instance | Which instance is cloned to |
| State | The current status of the clone activity |
| Scheduled Date/Time | The scheduled timestamp of the clone activity |
| Clone start time | The starting timestamp of the clone activity |
| Estimated End Time | The estimated end timestamp for completing the clone activity |
| Duration (for completed actions) | The duration taken for the clone activity |
[Table 1. Instance list columns]

{#filter-and-sort-instances__filter-and-sort-instances-table}