Variables
Discusses the use of variables within Autom Mate to store and manage data dynamically.
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Discusses the use of variables within Autom Mate to store and manage data dynamically.
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The 'Variables' feature in Autom Mate provides users with a powerful tool for storing, manipulating, and transferring data within processes. It serves as a temporary storage unit during the execution of actions, enabling dynamic data handling.
The primary purpose of variables is to enhance workflow efficiency by enabling users to work with different data types, perform calculations, and store temporary results. They facilitate seamless interaction between various actions within a flow.
Variables in Autom Mate act as placeholders for storing and processing data. They provide flexibility in working with different types of data and enable users to create dynamic processes.
Array: Store sequential elements of the same type.
Boolean: Represent true or false values.
Data Table: Store data in a tabular format.
Date: Store date values.
Dictionary: Use key-value pairs for data storage.
Number: Handle numeric values for calculations.
Object: Refer to addresses of objects.
String: Store sequences of characters or text.
Creating a variable allows users to define a storage space for data within the flow.
Open the variable section in the flow.
Click on "Add New Variable."
Variable Types
Array: Store sequential elements of the same type.
Boolean: Represent true or false values.
Data Table: Store data in a tabular format.
Date: Store date values.
Dictionary: Use key-value pairs for data storage.
Number: Handle numeric values for calculations.
Object: Refer to addresses of objects.
String: Store sequences of characters or text.
Select the Variable Type.
Fill in the details
Name
Description
Input, Output, Customizable options
Click "Save."
Utilize variables within actions to process, manipulate, or display data.
Enclose variable names between ## symbols.
Example: ##User_Info##
Access specific values inside data tables using indexes.
Example: ##Sales_Data[Product]##
Follow best practices for variable naming, data integrity, and clear documentation.
Variable Naming
Use descriptive names.
Follow a consistent naming convention.
Data Integrity
Validate input data.
Ensure correct variable updates.
Clear Documentation
Document variable purpose and usage.
