ToolJet/docs/versioned_docs/version-2.33.0/tooljet-concepts/data-sources.md

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title: Data Sources
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Data sources are pivotal as they enable us to fetch and send data to and from different sources including databases, external APIs, or services. Once a data source is configured, it can be shared across all apps within a workspace.

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## Types and Management of Data Sources

Apart from its built-in database, ToolJet supports a range of external data sources which can be broadly categorized into databases, external APIs, and services. To manage these data sources, ToolJet provides a data source manager that can be opened by clicking on the **Data Sources** button located on the left-sidebar of the App-Builder. 

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## Adding a Data Source

Adding a new data source is as easy as filling out a form; users can click on the Data Sources button in the left-sidebar, navigate to the required data source, click on the corresponding **Add** button and enter the credentials.

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To see a full list of compatible data sources and their set up details, checkout the **[Datasource Catalog](/docs/data-sources/overview)**.