# Creating an Exploration

1\. Create exploration

You can click on the "create exploration" button to generate a new exploration page. When a new exploration line appears at the bottom, please click the expand arrow to open it. Clicking the open exploration button will allow you to enter a new exploration screen.

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The name of the list is automatically generated as "Exploration (number)". You can click on the name to change it to a different name.

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## 2. File upload in Exploration editor

You can update your file by clicking "Add or select building design data" on the top of the New Exploration screen and then selecting "Import data by uploading file (.3dm)".

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### File upload process

You can check the upload progress while the file is being uploaded by clicking on the icon located   on the bottom left corner of the screen. When the file upload is complete, you can retrieve the data by clicking on the uploaded file in "Select building design data" at the top of the site.

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### File upload error

If an error occurs during file upload, it will be displayed as shown below. Clicking on "View Error" will allow you to see the reason for the error.

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### Geometry processing error types

If an error occurs, you need to modify the file according to the guide and upload the file again. For more detailed information, please refer to the '[Geometry processing errors page](/explorations/start-exploration/geometry-processing-errors.md)'

## 3. Data settings

Data settings can be done in settings such as Exploration settings, Zoning data, Parking space data, and Floor area data. You can find detailed instructions on how to configure these settings in "[Exploration Settings](/explorations/exploration-settings.md)".

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