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Can I add comments to a log?

Last updated: July 30th 2026 · Status: Validated · Article ID: 3897423

💻 Environment/Context

  • Comment
  • Log
  • Media Library
  • Live Ingest

 

In order for you to add comments to already created logs, the Video Logs > Can view page and Video Logs > Can edit logs permissions should be enabled on your account.

In order for you to add comments while creating logs, the Video Logs > Can view page and Video Logs > Can create permissions should be enabled on your account.

In order for you to edit logs from a live video ingest, the Video Logs > Can edit livestream logs permission should be enabled on your account.

In order for you to add comments while creating logs from a live stream, the Video Logs > Can create livestream logs permission should be enabled on your account.

If you're unable to follow any of the steps below, kindly reach out to your admin or refer to the Account Type Permissions Overview article for more information.

 

 

 

❓ Issue/Question

  • How do I add comments to a log?
  • Is it possible to add comments to a log in a media asset?
  • Can I add comments to logs within a media asset?
     

👌 Resolution/Answer

  • Option A: Add comments to an existing log
    • Select the media asset and open the Logs section in the media Information panel.
    • Open the … (Edit) menu.
    • In the Logs section, scroll to the bottom to find the Comment box.
    • Add your comment and select Update.
    • Your comment will now be available to anyone who opens this log.

 

  • Option B: Add comments while creating a log
    • Select the media asset and open the Logs section in the media Information panel.
    • Select Add New Log
    • Complete the desired log information.
    • Scroll to the bottom to find the Comment box.
    • Add your comment and select Save Log.
    • Your comment will now be available to anyone who opens this log.

 

  • Option C: Add comments to a log in a live stream
    • Follow the same steps described in Option A, but complete the steps within the Live Ingest section.

 

  • Option D: Add comments while creating a log in a live stream
    • Follow the same steps described in Option B, but complete the steps within the Live Ingest section.

 

🔖 Notes 

  • Comments support plain text only and do not include formatting options.
  • Comments can contain up to 500 characters, and a character counter is displayed while editing.
  • Comments are saved with the log and can be retrieved through the API.