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title: Dataset view
description: "Open a dataset from the Data portal to preview it, browse its records, download vector data, see which maps use it, and delete it when unused."
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Open a dataset from the Data portal to preview geometry, inspect records, download vector data, see which maps use it, or delete it when unused.

## Start here

**[How the dataset view works](/docs/dataset-view/concepts-dataset-view)**

Understand the preview, data table, metadata, downloads, and permissions.

**[Dataset view reference](/docs/dataset-view/dataset-view-reference)**

Look up the tabs, actions, metadata, and supported download formats.

## Related tasks

**[Change dataset settings](/docs/dataset-settings)**

Rename the dataset, configure access, or update its source.

**[Delete a dataset](/docs/portals/delete-a-dataset)**

Remove a dataset after checking whether maps still use it.

**[Find a dataset](/docs/portals/find-a-dataset)**

Search and filter the Data portal.