# Filtering Rules

General rules can be created and then include or exclude servers or devices.

1\.      To add a include / exclude filter, go to **Notification > Rules**, Click on buttons to I**nclude or Exclude.**

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2\.      Choose the **filter type** from dropdown, then select object from **object list**. You can **remove** object by clicking on **trash icon**.&#x20;

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3\.       Click the **SUBMIT** to apply changes.


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