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How to download data
There are three ways to download and interact with EFAS and GloFAS data on the CDS:
- Through a simple form on the "Download data" tab within the main dataset overview page (found in the links in the above table), where you can select model versions, variables and times required
- Programmatic access through the Python CDS API
- CDS Toolbox
EFAS and GloFAS data are stored in GRIB format, but may be available in NetCDF4 as well, please consult the Data Structure and Formats page for an up to date list of available formats. Further information on GRIB file format can be found here, and on reading GRIB files can be found here.