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How to Build a Source Collection That Produces Better Reports
Most analysts troubleshoot inconsistent report quality by switching models or adjusting templates — but the variable is almost always the collection. This piece breaks down four principles for intentional collection-building in Indago: why source focus matters more than source volume, how to match your collection approach to your report type, how to use the token budget as a quality filter rather than a frustration, and how well-built collections compound in value over time as institutional assets.
5 Ways to Build Data Collections in Indago
In Indago, the AI only works on what's inside your collection — it never browses the open internet or pulls in unreviewed sources. That makes collection-building one of the most important skills an analyst can develop on the platform. This guide walks through all five methods for bringing data into Indago: file upload, built-in search, the Data Retriever Chrome extension, RSS feeds, and API integrations — with practical guidance on when and why to use each one.