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# Add a Data Source

## Overview

Now that you've created a virtual assistant, you need to have a source of information for your bot. The data source you use will depend on the purpose of your bot.

When you set the EDP field for your bot, you chose the purpose/type of assistant that you wanted to create.

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1. While you are still viewing AiseraGPT Details Window, choose the **+ Add Data Source** button<br>

   <div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/S5ooE67DElSjs3ViNEl0" alt=""><figcaption><p>Add a Data Source</p></figcaption></figure></div>
2. After you click the **+ Add Data Source** button, you see the list of available data sources<br>

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3. Select the desired Data Sources and click **OK**
4. After you've added a Data Source, it will show up on the AiseraGPT **Details** Window for your bot.

### Make sure your EDP and Data Source are Compatible

When you set the EDP field for your bot, you chose the purpose/type of assistant that you wanted to create. Make sure you choose a data source that corresponds with the EDP that you chose.

| EDP              | Possible Data Source      |
| ---------------- | ------------------------- |
| IT               | System or Process Manuals |
| HR               | Employee Handbook         |
| Customer Service | Knowledge Base Articles   |

<div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/YhOYv5eQVWXFLq3W0ji3" alt="" width="270"><figcaption></figcaption></figure></div>

The following video shows you how to begin:

[**Add a Data Source**](https://files.gitbook.com/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FksUDWGr9UTfOpa53PosP%2Fuploads%2FXQ6jGsEjJ3PjXAtlulVi%2Fadd_data_source_to_bot.mp4?alt=media\&token=28e2d055-97e6-44e5-bf0e-cde9858db411)

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