Users can create and store variables in Orchestrator to use secure and repeatable data within workflows.
Variables are created and managed in the page that is accessible by selecting Variables in the left-hand navigation menu. Existing variables can be integrated into workflows when configuring or for triggers or actions.
To create a new variable, follow these steps:
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In the page, click on + Create at the top right.
The window is displayed.
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Provide the and of the variable in the relevant fields.
Note
Replace any spaces in the field with underscore
_character. -
Optionally, select .
Sensitive variables are encrypted, and their values cannot be retrieved during editing; they can only be overwritten. Use this option for sensitive data like API keys.
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Click Save.
The new variable is listed in the page.
To set up a variable for triggers or actions when configuring a workflow, follow these steps:
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In the workflow , select the desired trigger or action.
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In the right-side panel, locate the required field in the or tabs.
Only fields that support a JSON path are configurable with variables.
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Click on the field picker
and select Variables from the menu.
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Select the desired variable from the menu and click Apply.
Users can only edit or delete their own variables in the page.
To edit an existing variable, select Edit next to the corresponding variable and adjust its name or value as required.
To delete an existing variable, select Delete next to the corresponding variable.
Note
It is not possible to delete a variable while a workflow is published.