# Batch Processing

Batch Processing is a cost-effective way to run [Workflows](/workflows/what-is-workflows.md) on batches of images and stored videos. It's ideal for asynchronously processing large amounts of data.

Batch Processing automatically provisions the infrastructure needed to run a large batch.

You can configure a Batch Processing job through the Roboflow web interface or through our API (via the CLI).

When you start a job, machines will be provisioned in the cloud to process your data. You will then receive a JSON file with the output from the Workflow you chose to run on your data.

The following video explains Batch Processing in depth:

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### Create a Batch Processing Job

To create a Batch Processing job, click Deployments in the left sidebar of your Roboflow dashboard. Then, click on the "Batch Processing" tab:

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Click "New Batch Job" to create a Batch Processing job.

A window will open in which you can configure your job:

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#### Choose a Workflow

To start configuring a job, first select a Workflow. If you do not already have a Workflow, refer to our Workflows documentation to get started.

#### Upload Images or Videos

Next, you need to upload the images or videos on which you want to run your Workflow.

#### Configure Hardware

You can run your Batch Processing job on a CPU or a GPU. GPU jobs are faster but more expensive.

For pricing information, refer to the Roboflow pricing documentation.

Select either a CPU or GPU for your job:

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Several advanced configuration options are also available under the "Advanced Options" tab. We recommend leaving these options as the default.

#### Start the Job

To start the Batch Processing job, click "Create Batch Job".

The infrastructure for your job will be provisioned and processing will begin.

### Monitor Job Progress

When you start your job, a status indicator will appear indicating when processing is being configured, when the batch data is being processed, and when the job is complete.

You can monitor how much of a batch has been processed in real time.

The amount of time it will take to process your data depends on how many images.

### Create a Batch Processing Job with the API or CLI

To create a Batch Processing job programmatically, refer to the [API Reference](/deploy/batch-processing/api-reference.md) for REST API endpoints or the [CLI Usage](/deploy/batch-processing/cli-usage.md) guide for the Roboflow CLI.

For debugging common issues, see [Troubleshooting](/deploy/batch-processing/troubleshooting.md).


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