# Archive a Patient File

## Step-by-Step

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When you archive a patient file, it is archived only for you or your establishment. If you collaborate with someone from another establishment, the file will not be archived on their side.
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**Go to the Patients page.**  

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**Select the patient record you want to archive.**

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**In the patient record, select the archive box icon at the top right.**

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**Confirm your choice by clicking&#x20;*****OK*****. Note that discussion threads about this patient remain active.**

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**The patient record is now archived.**

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