# Mark a Direct Contact as Complete

After completing the general information, demographics, and any required custom data, you can mark the direct contact as complete.

![Screenshot: The Direct Contact detail page showing the Mark as Complete button in the actions area and the section completion indicators](/files/g1gxWFVoPvI8Ek0P1Qcv)

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#### Open the Direct Contact

Navigate to the direct contact detail page.
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#### Click Mark as Complete

Click the **Mark as Complete** button. If any required sections are incomplete, PEARS displays a list of missing items.
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#### Confirm

Confirm that you want to mark the direct contact as complete. The record is now finalized and a **Completed** badge appears on the detail page.
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## Mark as Incomplete

To make changes to a completed record, click **Mark as Incomplete** on the detail page to re-enable editing.


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