Global Variables are used to provide placeholders in template and packages. At the time of deployment, the user will be prompted to input data for each Global Variable in the package.
There are two types of Global Variables:
Default – captures provisioning data using a validated input field
List – creates drop-down list for selection at provision
To add Global Variables:
- Select Global Variables from the left navigation menu
- On the menu, click Add
- Enter a global variable Name
- Select the Global Variable Type
- Optionally enter a global variable Description
- If List type chosen, enter list data:
- Enter a Value that will be used to populate this Global Variable if chosen
- Enter a Display Name, which will act as a logical label for the value when the list is presented
- Click Save
Configure the options above as described in the following table:
Field Name | Description |
---|---|
Global Variable Type | Default or List |
Name | Enter the variable name |
Description | Enter a description |
Value Required (Checkbox) | By default, Global Variables are optional fields. Check Value Required to make these required fields. |
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