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# Step 3: Add a Connection

### Add a Database Connection

To add a database, select the relevant database from the list of connectors. Once chosen, click on the **'+'** icon associated with the selected database.

You will be prompted to provide the following details:

1. **User**\* 
2. **Account**\*
3. **Database**\* 
4. **Password**
5. **Schema**
6. **Role**
7. **Warehouse**
8. **Passcode** 
9. **Authenticator**
10. **Private Key Path**
11. **Private Key Passphrase** 
12. **Max Chunk Download Workers**
13. **Custom JSON Decoder Enabled** 
14. **Copy Method**

Once the necessary details have been entered, click **'Connect Database'** to establish the connection.

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**Note:** Fields marked with an asterisk (\*) are mandatory. Input requirements may vary depending on the database selected.

### Add a Cloud Storage Connection

For cloud storage services, follow a similar process. Choose the relevant cloud storage option, click on the **'+'** icon, and provide the required information:

1. **Container\***
2. **Account**\*
3. **Shared Access Signature URL**
4. **Connection String**

Once the necessary details have been entered, click **'Connect Database'** to establish the connection.

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> **Note:** The required fields may differ depending on the cloud storage provider you're connecting to.

### Add a File

1. Go to the **File** tab, located below the **Database** category.

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2. Click on the **Upload File** button. A prompt will appear for you to select a file from your local machine.

   **Supported File Types**:

   * `.csv`
   * `.xlsx`
   * `.json`
   * `.parquet`
3. Once your file is selected, click **Upload File** again to finalize the upload.