datasets_change_dbkey.md

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title: Changing database/build (dbkey)
description: You can tell Galaxy which dbkey (e.g. reference genome) your dataset is associated with. This may be used by tools to automatically use the correct settings.
area: datasets
box_type: tip
layout: faq
contributors: [shiltemann,hexylena,nekrut]

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• Click the desired dataset's name to expand it.

• Click on the "?" next to database indicator:

  

• In the central panel, change the Database/Build field

• Select your desired database key from the dropdown list{% if include.dbkey %}: {{ include.dbkey }}{% endif %}

• Click the Save button