Variables

The variable is a named pattern engine call that can be used in data generation and some program settings like a number of generated documents. It is a good way to reuse values and use the same value in a few locations.

The variable name must begin with the letter and contains letters and digits. It has following notation: #<name>. Examples: #From, #to

Important: variable name is case sensitive. Please don not mix cases.

DTM Test XML Generator Online Help: variable management window

How to Use Variables

  • Direct reference. Use Custom fill method with $Vars(#<name>) call:
    DTM Test XML Generator Online Help: direct variable use
  • Part of engine call. Use variable name instead of immediate value:
    DTM Test XML Generator Online Help: variable as parameter
  • Number of files to be generated: just enter variable name to related field of the form (#count):
    DTM Test XML Generator Online Help: variable as a file counter
  • As a part of file name prefix