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Alternatively, you can download data using programmatic clients (Python, R, and command line). This method does require some technical knowledge, but you can learn the basic commands to do this in Synapse Docs. Find instructions on how to download files programmatically here.
Data exploration tips
Here are a few tips to help make the most of your data exploration:
When using the search function, type exact terms—unlike Google or other search engines, our search function may not return accurate results for misspelled or incomplete terms
For a high-level view of the kinds of data available in the portal, browse the visualizations (mentioned earlier on this page) that are located on every Explore page.
Most initiatives, studies, publications, hackathons, and organizations have associated Detail pages where you can drill down into its associated details and related data. For example, if you visit the Children’s Tumor Foundation detail page, you can view all of its associated studies, data, and publications.