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# Recording a data set's data lineage

Data lineage can be recorded for a data set via its item editor, capturing what other data set(s) the item may be informed by or have historically been a part of.

## How to record a data set's data lineage

1. Navigate to the desired data set, and select 'Open item editor' from its 'Actions' dropdown.

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2. Select the 'Components' tab.

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3. Navigate to the 'Provenance' section, then select 'Add'.

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4. Select the relevant source data set(s) from the 'Source Datasets' dropdown.

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5. **If you wish to record the data set's method of generation**, populate the 'Generation' field with the relevant method.

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6. **If you wish to record the data set's release date**, do so using the 'Release Date' dropdown.

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7. Select 'Save changes' once satisfied. The lineage details will be recorded on the data set's item page.

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