> For AI agents: the complete documentation index is available at /llms.txt, the full documentation bundle is available at /llms-full.txt.

# Repositories

Use **Explore** to browse published models, datasets, Spaces and other repository
categories. Open a repository to read its description, README and files. Available
task and licence filters help narrow the catalogue.

## Create and work with a repository

1. Sign in and select the Project that will own your work.
2. Choose a repository category and create the repository with the available form.
3. Add a README that explains the contents, requirements and licence.
4. Use the repository's files and revision controls to inspect your changes.

Use the clone address and authentication instructions supplied by your
installation for Git access. Large files may use Git LFS. Keep credentials out
of repository files and commit history.

Fork a repository into a Project where you have permission to create one when you
want to develop your own version. Check its licence before reusing or publishing
the contents.

## Publish your work

Public visibility publishes a separate copy for the catalogue. Your authoring
repository stays within the Project. Publication can take time while the copy
and its files are prepared; check the reported state before sharing it.

Review the complete repository before publishing, including its history and large
files. Withdrawing publication removes platform public access, but other people
may already have copied the material.

A public repository and a public running application are separate choices.
[Runs](/guides/runs.md) explains application access.

## Run an action

Repositories with a supported `actions.yaml` expose actions that you can launch.
Open an action, review its parameters and required resources, and follow the
[Runs guide](/guides/runs.md). An action's availability depends on its definition and your
Project's current access and allocations.

## Delete a repository

Project administrators can request deletion where the control is available.
Deletion may remain scheduled while the provider completes its work. Check the
reported outcome before assuming that the repository has been removed.

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