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id: what-are-datasources
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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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<iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/XIDE_zA5VGc?si=n5j4WFcl75Baae1w&rel=0" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe>
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## Types and Management of Data Sources
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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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<img className="screenshot-full" src="/img/tooljet-concepts/what-are-datasources/data-source-manager-v2.png" alt="Data Source Manager" />
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## Adding a Data Source
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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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<img className="screenshot-full" src="/img/tooljet-concepts/what-are-datasources/configure-datasource-v2.gif" alt="Configuring Data Source" />
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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)**. |