> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://kb.ezbiocloud.net/home/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://kb.ezbiocloud.net/home/protocols/genome-identification/upload-data/whole-genome.md).

# Whole Genome

FASTA files contain already assembled genomic sequences, where the reads have been combined into longer contiguous sequences (contigs or scaffolds). 

## FASTA (assembled genome)

### Select 'Whole Genome'

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### Upload your FASTA file sample

Upload your sample’s sequence file by dragging it into the ‘Upload’ box or by clicking the upload box and navigating to the directory of your sequences for upload.

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### Proceed with upload

After your file has been uploaded, you can proceed with processing each sample by selecting the blue ‘Upload’ box.

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### EzBioCloud takes it from here

EzBioCloud's Genome Identification tool will search its genome database for the closest matches to your sample. &#x20;

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Once your sample has been processed, it will remain under your 16S Identification list.&#x20;

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## Explore your sample report

Select the PDF option under the ‘Report’ column for an in-depth analysis of your sample. This includes species-to-strain identification, AMR genes, VIR factors, coverage, top hits (matches), and a phylogenetic tree.