How do I add a variable?

Forms Design 

Add a variable to add a value from the database to a form definition. Variables let you include an account number, customer name, customer mailing address, an amount, and so on. 

 

 

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Adding a variable to a form

1. Open Forms Designer. More

2. Click Variable

Variable button

 

3. Use the crosshair to draw a box. 

Variable box on workspace

 

4. Use the Search window to select a variable and then click OK. 

Search window

 

The variable box displays placeholder text. 

 

. Variable box 

 

Adding a variable to a text flow

Follow these instructions to add a variable to a text box. See How do I add a variable to a text flow?

 

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