.. _download-virtual-sensor-data-how-to: ############################ Download Virtual Sensor Data ############################ |catalog_download_virtual_sensor_gif| The |title| provides access to time-series extraction of gridded data, also known as a "Virtual Sensor." #. Click on the Virtual sensor button |catalog_virtual_sensor_icon|. #. A map view will open. #. Click on an area of interest in the map. #. A data view will open. #. Once the data load into the chart on the left, scroll down and click ``Downloads`` to receive a zipped file containing data.csv and metadata.txt for that station and sensor. For more information, please see the :ref:`Virtual Sensors ` section.