# Public variables

Public Variables are visible from outside the current workflow, and are used to provide instance-specific information when configuring the template for an Inbox.

To create public variables:

1. Navigate to metadata in your workflow.
2. Open the panel for public variables.
3. Create a new public variable.
4. Choose a name for the new public variable.
5. Confirm and create the new variable.

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To assign a value to the public variable:

1. Navigate to Workflow->Public Variables
2. Click on public variables.
3. Select your public variable and map it to a system variable.
4. Press ok to save changes.

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