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Metadata describes the who, what, when, where, why, and how of your data in the context of your research and should provide enough information so that users know what can and cannot be done with your data.
Metadata can include content such as:
You may need to describe several facets of your data, including:
Commonly used data formats may be available in your field that help capture and structure relevant metadata. When possible, structure your metadata using an appropriate, agreed-upon metadata standard format (see below for examples and guidelines). When no appropriate metadata standard exists, you may consider composing a "readme" style metadata document, as described in this guide.
Specific disciplines, repositories or data centres may guide or even dictate the content and format of metadata, possibly using a formal standard. Some standards describe general information such as bibliographic metadata, others describe specific data types or are designed for specific disciplines. Some examples of metadata standards are listed below.
To find an appropriate metadata standard for your discipline, try one of these guides:
Examples of different metadata standards:
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