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# Add Channels

Channels describe how you distributed the indirect activity and how many people it reached. Each channel represents a specific distribution method with its own reach data.

![Screenshot: The Channels page of an indirect activity showing the channels table with columns for Intervention Channel, Description, Site, Estimated Reach, and action buttons, along with the Add Channel button](/files/xlpfwO9i3EsV3JA3gBHs)

## Add a Channel

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#### Navigate to the Channels Page

From the indirect activity detail page, click **Channels** in the progress panel or click the **Add Channel** button.
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#### Select an Intervention Channel

In the **Intervention Channel** field, select the distribution method used (e.g., newsletter, social media, website, flyer). If the appropriate option is not listed, select **Other** and enter a description.
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#### Enter a Description (optional)

In the **Description** field, provide a brief description of this channel.
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#### Select a Site (if applicable)

In the **Site** field, select the delivery site for this channel, if required by your organization.
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#### Enter Reach Data

* **Estimated Reach** — Enter the estimated number of people reached through this channel. This field is required for SNAP-Ed program areas.
* **Newly Reached** — Enter the number of people reached for the first time. This value cannot exceed the estimated reach.
* **Reach Data Source** — Select the source used to estimate reach. If the source is not listed, select **Other** and enter the source.
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#### Save the Channel

Click **Save** to add the channel. Repeat these steps to add additional channels.
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**NOTE:** At least one channel is required before the indirect activity can be marked as complete.
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## Manage Channels

The Channels section displays all added channels in a table. For each channel, you can:

* **View** — Click to see channel details.
* **Edit** — Modify channel information and reach data.
* **Remove** — Delete the channel from the activity.