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# Create automation source type

# Create automation source type {#ariaid-title1}

Release version: Brazil  
Updated September 10, 2026  
![](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/portal-asset/ico-clock) 1 minute to read  
Define the kind of source type that you want to import and use in Automation Center.

## Before you begin

Role required: sn_ac.automation_technical_user or sn_ac.automation_admin

## Procedure

1. Navigate to AllAdministrationAutomation CenterAutomation Source Type.  
   The Automation source types page is displayed with a list of existing automation source types.
2. Select New.  
   The Automation source types page is displayed.
3. Provide a name and description.
4. Select Submit.  
   The Automation source types page is displayed with the newly created automation source type along with the other automation source types.

## What to do next

[Create automation source](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/3DAPAuvdBVt~EAaI156oVg "Associate a data source for the selected source type.")

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