# Payload script

## Introduction

The **payload script** tab is only displayed if you have added at least one[ payload-level custom script](broken://pages/XjuhzPfyPfhG1KOdE72F):

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If you need to manipulate a source payload before it is pushed to the destination system, you can use a **payload script**. For further information please see our [payload-level scripts](broken://pages/XjuhzPfyPfhG1KOdE72F) section.


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