Magic Variables

“Define a hook once, refer to it as a magic variable; and reuse it forever…” Magic variable is a mechanism that allows for a custom or pre-defined hook to be used as a ‘variable’ anywhere within the workflow automation process. Once a hook is defined and is declared as a magic variable, it allows for reusability within forms across the workflow.

Syntax to use magic variable: (~<magic_variable>~)

For example: (~get_f5_devices~).

The following table describes the options available with Magic Variables:

Option Description
Search by tags Provision to search for magic variables using tags.
Provision to define a new magic variable
Provision to delete a magic variable.
Provision to import magic variables.
Provision to export magic variables.
Tip: You can type keywords to auto fill the variables in the Form task.