Creating Variables

You can create a new Variable that can then be used within the Topic and Book objects in your Library.

To Create a New Variable

1. Open the library using Author-it Administrator
2. Choose Variables > Maintain Variables from the main menu.

   The Variables window appears.

3. Choose the Add button.

   The Variable default settings window appears.

   

4. Enter a Name for the Variable. Choose a name that is unique and will not be used to describe any other Variables.

   Note: The Variable name may only contain the characters 0-9,a-z,A-Z and _ (underscore).

5. Choose the Type of Variable that you wish to use in your topic.
6. Enter a Description to identify the intended use of the Variable.
7. Enter a Value for the Variable. This is the default value that will be placed into the Variable placeholder.
8. Choose OK to save the new Variable.
9. Repeat these steps for each new Variable.