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'''Variables''' are can play a large role in [[Document templates | document templates]]. When creating a document using a template, any variables used are replaced with the values stored in the object they are linked to. This makes document templates a convenient way to create documents and populate them with data from a specific contact, task, or data tag.
'''Variables''' are can play a large role in [[Document templates | document templates]]. When creating a document using a template, any variables used are replaced with the values stored in the object they are linked to. This makes document templates a convenient way to create documents and populate them with data from a specific contact, task, or data tag.


There are certain variables available for document templates, in addition to the [[Variables in task templates | variables used in task]] templates. A complete list of variables available can be found in the section '''Documents / Document templates''':
There are certain variables available for document templates, in addition to the [[Variables in task templates | variables used in task]] templates. A complete list of variables available can be found in the section '''Documents Document templates''':


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Revision as of 09:17, 6 November 2025

Variables are can play a large role in document templates. When creating a document using a template, any variables used are replaced with the values stored in the object they are linked to. This makes document templates a convenient way to create documents and populate them with data from a specific contact, task, or data tag.

There are certain variables available for document templates, in addition to the variables used in task templates. A complete list of variables available can be found in the section Documents — Document templates:

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On the left-hand side of the window that opens when you click this link, you can see a list of available objects:

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After choosing an object, you'll be able to view the associated variable on the right-hand side of the window. These variables can be copied and then pasted in your document template:

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Some variables can be formatted. If that's the case, you'll see information about how to format the variable below the variable name:

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Formatting numbers are also possible. Under the name of the variable, information about formatting options can be found:

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Important

There are two different types of variables that can be used in document templates:

  • Regular variables.
  • Variables that automatically add rows to the final document.


Variable encoding

Variables can be assigned different functions in Planfix.


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