Working with datasets

Efficient dataset management is central to ACL AI Studio. This section explains how to create, organize, collaborate on, and secure data collections for analysis. It covers key steps such as uploading files, adding metadata, managing access, and working with datasets throughout their lifecycle, so you can confidently use AI-powered tools and collaborative workflows to support your organization’s data needs.

Add a dataset

Note

  • This procedure includes steps for both the new UI and old UI. Select the appropriate tab (New UI or Old UI) in this section based on your interface.

  • You can use the old UI until June 30, 2026. Starting July 1, 2026, the new UI will be the only available experience.

  1. On the ACL AI Studio home page, from the drop-down menu, select Add dataset.
  2. In the Add new box that appears, do the following:
    • Name In this field, enter a unique name. This is a mandatory field.
    • Description Enter a description of up to 800 characters.
  3. Select Add.

  1. On the ACL AI Studio home page, select + Add dataset.

  2. In the Add dataset panel, enter the details as described in the following table:

    Field Description
    Name Enter a unique name. This is a mandatory field.
    Description Enter a description of up to 800 characters.
    Upload file

    You can upload data in one of the following ways:

    • Upload a single file by either dragging and dropping it or selecting it manually. Supported formats include CSV (.csv) and Excel (.xlsx, .xls), with a maximum file size of 1 GB.

    • Select a file from the ACL Robots that you have access to.

    For more information, see Add a source table.

    Upload a dataset Use this option if you want to reuse or migrate a dataset. For more information, see Upload a dataset.
  3. Select Add.

Edit a dataset

You can edit the name of a dataset.

  1. On the Datasets home page, go to the dataset that you want to edit.

  2. From the more options menu (three dots), select Edit.

  3. Edit the name and select Save.

Create a copy of a dataset

You can create a copy of an existing dataset so that you can reuse the information without the need to create it manually.

  1. On the Datasets home page, go to the dataset that you want to copy.

  2. From the more options menu (three dots), select Create a copy.

  3. Enter a name and select Create.

Download a dataset

You can download a dataset so that you can reuse the information for backup, audit, or archival purposes.

  1. On the Datasets home page, go to the dataset that you want to download.

  2. From the more options menu (three dots), select Download dataset.

    The dataset is downloaded to your system. You also receive an email with a link to download.

    Note

    Datasets are stored in a compressed format, so the size shown in the dataset card reflects the compressed version. When a dataset is downloaded, it may expand and become larger than the displayed size. For example, a dataset listed as 100 MB may download as about 400 MB.

    The same applies when uploading: a file may appear larger locally but shrink after compression.

    This behavior is expected and helps optimize storage.

Upload a dataset

Note

  • This procedure includes steps for both the new UI and old UI. Select the appropriate tab (New UI or Old UI) in this section based on your interface.

  • You can use the old UI until June 30, 2026. Starting July 1, 2026, the new UI will be the only available experience.

  1. On the ACL AI Studio home page, from the Add dataset drop-down menu, select Upload existing.
  2. In the Add existing dataset box, do the following:
    • Add a downloaded dataset by browsing your local system or dragging it into the designated area.
    • Enter a name and description in the respective fields.
  3. Select Add.

While adding a dataset, you can upload a downloaded dataset from your local system. This feature is helpful when you are trying to migrate a dataset to a different organization.

Note

Ensure you verify all information before uploading, as the downloaded dataset may include tables, analyses, or user details that are not relevant to your new dataset.

  1. On the ACL AI Studio home page, select + Add dataset.

  2. In the Add dataset panel, do the following:

    1. Enter the name and description in the respective fields.

    2. Select the Upload a dataset tab and do one of the following:

      • Drag and drop the dataset file.

      • Browse and select the file manually.

  3. Select Add.

Delete a dataset

Only an ACL AI Studio Admin or an Owner collaborator can delete a dataset. When a dataset is deleted, the system deletes:

  • All the source and output tables associated with the dataset.

  • All analyses, associated chat history, and AI-generated content from the dataset.

  1. On the Datasets home page, go to the dataset that you want to delete.

  2. From the more options menu (three dots), select Delete.

  3. In the Delete dataset confirmation box, select Yes.