Variables field descriptions

Last Updated : Jun 24, 2024 |

Name

Description

Variable

Name of the variable.

Description

Description of the variable.

Type

Select the type of variable.

Depending on the value selected in the Type field, Admin Portal displays one or more of the following fields:

Length

Specify the string length applied when a value is assigned to the variable. Enter a value from 1 to 16.

Start

Specify the beginning position of the digit string to be assigned to the variable. Enter a value from 1 to 96.

Assignment

A number pre-assigned to the variable.

VAC

The Vector Variable Feature Access Code (VAC) used for changing the value.

Scope

Scope of the variable assigned automatically according to the Type you selected. The description of each scope is following:

  • G(lobal): Global variables have system-wide values that apply to all vectors in which they are used.

  • L(ocal): When the variable is local, its value is assigned based on call-specific information and applies only to the vector currently processing the call.

  • P(ersistent): Persistent variables use data associated with a call and apply to multiple vectors that process the call.