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# Install Azure Storage Explorer and connect to an Azure Storage Account

You can use the Azure Storage Explorer to connect to and manage your Azure Storage Accounts. First, download and install the Azure Storage Explorer and then connect to a storage account. To connect, use the storage account name and key. You can find the name and key in the **Azure Portal** > **Storage accounts** > **Access keys**. When connected, you can create the required change management file share. For more information, refer to [Get started with Storage Explorer](https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/vs-azure-tools-storage-manage-with-storage-explorer?toc=%2Fazure%2Fstorage%2Fblobs%2Ftoc.json&tabs=windows).