Variable

A variable is a container that’s used to temporarily store information to use when needed. Variables can contain all types of data, such as text, a reference to a file or a list of object references. To set a variable in Automator, use the Set Value of Variable action to take a value from the previous action and store that value in a variable. Subsequent actions in the workflow can then use the variable. Some variables in Automator are constant values in the computer or your settings that can be used by actions — for example; Today’s date or My Name.