> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.plextrac.com/plextrac-documentation/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.plextrac.com/plextrac-documentation/product-documentation/content-library/runbooksdb/methodologies.md).
# Creating a Methodology
A methodology is a structured approach or framework to guide a comprehensive and systematic process. In cybersecurity, a methodology is often a documented set of guidelines and procedures for performing tasks such as penetration testing, risk assessment, security assessments, or incident response. Methodologies provide a structured way to conduct activities and ensure consistency in approach.
Step 1: Click the **Methodologies** tab of the **RunbooksDB** module.
Step 2: Click **New Methodology**.
Step 3: Enter a methodology title and ID (both fields are required).
Step 4: Click **Add Tactics**. A modal will appear with available tactics to add to the methodology. Click **Select** next to the tactics to add, and the selected tactics will appear in the right column.
Step 5: When finished, click **Add X Tactics**.
Enter a methodology description and any desired tags.
Step 6: Click **Save** at the top of the page.
The methodology is now available from the **Methodologies** tab and can be viewed, edited, or deleted from this location.
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