Variables are objects that store values or retrieve them dynamically.
Object class: Active objectAutomation Engine controlled activities and processes are structured in the form of objects. See also: Task
Object type (short name): VARA
Variable objects can either be static or dynamic. Already when you create a Variable object, you can define its type in the Source setting in the Attributes tab. Note that you cannot change this type subsequently.
Depending on a variable's content, you can use it to influence the processes of your AE system. Static variables can also be used to have current values displayed in cockpits.
In addition to the manual handling of static Variable objects in the Explorer, you can also use the following script elements:
In addition to Variable objects, AE also uses script variables. Information about agents is provided in the document that describes agent variables.
The Search functionPre-defined run book template in the Automation Engine. One single step only, e.g. Start Windows Service, Copy file,… can be used to search for object names, keys and values of static Variable objects.
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