# Set variable transform action

## Use case

You would like to set a variable for use later in the workflow

## Overview

<figure><img src="https://1835401289-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FAQQ1EHVcEsGKBPVHmiav%2Fuploads%2F67XaTKjONnJ8Vqefni2S%2FScreenshot%202025-04-18%20at%203.07.35%E2%80%AFPM.png?alt=media&#x26;token=014dd918-5934-4e0e-ad69-b72e7be7e546" alt="A screenshot of the set variable transform action, seen in the actions list menu of the workflow builder canvas."><figcaption></figcaption></figure>

Set a variable as an action.

This transform will allow you to set a variable using an action vs. setting a data alias in a transition.

The name of the variable will be set via the `Publish Result As` field.

## Parameters

<table><thead><tr><th width="217">Parameter</th><th width="417.3333333333333">Description</th><th data-type="checkbox">Required</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Variable Contents</td><td>The value of the variable you are setting.</td><td>true</td></tr></tbody></table>

## Usage

<details>

<summary>Example 1: Set a Variable</summary>

Inputs:

**Variable Contents:** I am a test!

</details>

## Results output

Result from Example:

```
I am a test!
```


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