# Adding a dataset to an analysis
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After you have created an analysis, you can add more datasets to the analysis. Then, you can use them to create more visuals. 

From within the analysis, you can open any dataset for editing, for example to add or remove fields, or perform other data preparation. You can also remove or replace data sets. 

The currently selected dataset displays at the top of the **Data** pane. This is the dataset that is used by the currently selected visual. Each visual can use only one dataset. Choosing a different visual changes the selected dataset to the one used by that visual.

To change the selected dataset manually, choose the dataset list at the top of the **Data** pane and then choose a different dataset. This deselects the currently selected visual if it doesn't use this dataset. Then, choose a visual that uses the selected dataset. Or choose **Add** in the **Visuals** pane to create a new visual using the selected dataset.

If you choose **Suggested** on the tool bar to see suggested visuals, you'll see visuals based on the currently selected dataset.

Only filters for the currently selected dataset are shown in the **Filter** pane, and you can only create filters on the currently selected dataset. 

**Topics**
+ [Replacing datasets](replacing-data-sets.md)
+ [Remove a dataset from an analysis](delete-a-data-set-from-an-analysis.md)

Use the following procedure to add a dataset to an analysis or edit a dataset used by an analysis.

**To add a dataset to an analysis**

1. On the analysis page, navigate to the **Data** pane and expand the **Dataset** dropdown.

1. Choose **Add a new dataset** to add a dataset. Or, choose **Manage datasets** to edit a dataset. For more information about editing a dataset, see [Editing datasets](edit-a-data-set.md). 

1. A list of your datasets appears. Choose a dataset and then choose **Select**. To cancel, choose **Cancel**.