> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.pelanor.io/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Anomaly Monitors

> How to configure Anomaly Monitors to get notified when specific types of cost increases occur.

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## Anomaly Monitors Lobby

The **Anomaly Monitors Lobby** lets you manage every anomaly-alert configuration in one place.

### Key Features

* View all configured anomaly monitors
* Search and filter monitors
* See key details for each monitor:
  * Description
  * Notification configuration
  * Last modified date

### Monitor Configuration Actions

* **Edit**
* **Duplicate**
* **Delete**
* **Add new anomaly monitors**

<Tip>
  Use **Duplicate** to spin up similar monitors with small variations.
</Tip>

## Anomaly Monitor Configuration

Create or edit monitors with granular settings.

<Steps>
  <Step title="Configure the view">
    Choose **Group by** options and set filters to narrow the monitored resources.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Add configuration rules">
    Assign a severity level, pick the reporting method, and set alert thresholds.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Configure notification settings">
    Deliver alerts via email, Slack, or Microsoft Teams. Choose the alert schedule (daily, weekly, or monthly), and configure notification time and time-zone.
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Warning>
  Adjust notification settings carefully to stay informed without being overwhelmed.
</Warning>

## Best Practices

1. Review and update anomaly monitors regularly so they align with current cost-management goals.
2. Combine **Group by** options and filters to create focused, actionable monitors.
3. Assign severity levels that match the potential impact of an anomaly.
4. Test notification workflows to confirm they work as expected.

By configuring and managing your anomaly monitors effectively, you can detect and address cost irregularities before they escalate.