Copy files using the visual interface

The CGC has three file repositories including TCGA data and public reference files. To run an analysis on a file, the file must be copied to a project.

Adding files to a project

To use the file picker to add file to a project:

1. Navigate to the project.
2. Click on the Files tab.
3. Click Add Files and select Public Files. Alternatively, you can select Projects to copy files from one of your existing projects.

Copy files to a project

To add files to a project:

1. Select the checkbox next to your desired file(s), as shown below.
2. Click Copy .

3. (Optional) Tag your file(s).
4. Click Copy to confirm copying the file(s) to your project.