# Creating an Osmos Uploader

## Overview

This page outlines the initial process for creating a smart data uploader in the Osmos platform.

You may also follow along with the following video of how to create an Osmos Uploader.

## Prerequisites

1. [Destination Connector](https://docs.osmos.io/uploader/broken-reference)

## Creating an Osmos Uploader 

Step 1: Click **New Uploader**

![](https://353417064-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F-MYrsDW6vGBTygB1qqSE%2Fuploads%2F13chcoSPkJWQUnPdZ2jP%2FStep%201-Click%20Get%20Started.png?alt=media\&token=6757b024-9d35-4d67-895e-e81b2f72baff)

A list of **Destination Connectors** will appear, grouped by Source type. Select the destination for the uploaded data.

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Step 2: Provide a **Name** and **Description** for the Uploader

![Name the uploader](https://353417064-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-MYrsDW6vGBTygB1qqSE%2F-MfgKQUiIw3v6G0rt4Nf%2F-MfgKoQLRmPOgAPVjikD%2FScreen%20Shot%202021-07-28%20at%201.59.37%20AM.png?alt=media\&token=2230bbb6-0a61-481e-95b1-a705fb20cdfb)

Once you've saved the Uploader, the **Configuration** screen will appear

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Your Osmos Uploader is ready to be tested or implemented.&#x20;

Instructions for testing an Osmos Uploader can be found in [Testing your Osmos Uploader](https://docs.osmos.io/uploader/uploader-setup/testing-your-osmos-uploader), and a sample test environment can be found in [What is an Osmos Uploader](https://docs.osmos.io/uploader).&#x20;

Configuration instructions can be found in [Embedding an Osmos Uploader in Your Web App](https://docs.osmos.io/developer-docs/webpage-integration), and additional option configuration options are described in [Optional Configuration](https://docs.osmos.io/developer-docs/optional-uploader-settings).