# Add Environment

Environment is option and is required when data sources are configured through Gateways. &#x20;

To create an environment, select 'Environments' tab from left side menu. Click on 'Environments' tab and initially an empty Environments list is shown. Click on '+' to add an environment which takes a name and description.

Click 'Save' to save the environment.


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