# Data Connections

Create connectors, explore external data sources or files, and submit import and export tasks.

## Common tasks

| Task | Page |
| --- | --- |
| Create connectors and submit import or export tasks | [Create import and export tasks](创建导入导出任务.md) |

## Typical workflow

1. Confirm the access criteria for the target external system (endpoint, credentials, protocol).
2. Create a connector in the workspace, specifying the source type and usage type.
3. Use the connector to submit an import or export task.
4. Read details, run histories, and file lists from the returned task resource to confirm the transfer result.

## Related APIs

For HTTP endpoints covering connectors, import tasks, and export tasks, see [Data Connections](../../../api/ai-studio/data-connections/index.md).

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Create import and export tasks <创建导入导出任务>
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