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Create and assign variables to parametrize a model. This allows you to quickly iterate and compare design concepts by tweaking the values of the variables.

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Variables
Create and assign variables to parametrize a model. This allows you to quickly iterate and compare design concepts by tweaking the values of the variables.
- Create or Assign Variables to Parametrize a Model
  Create or assign variables to parametrize a model. Variables can be created from a tool or the tool’s microdialog where f(x) is present.
- Create Variables from a Tool or Microdialog
  Click f(x) in a tool or microdialog to create or assign a variable.
- Create Variables from the Property Editor
  Use the Property Editor to create variables to parametrize a model.
- Create Material Variables
  Create variables to parametrize the materials in a model.
- Create Variables from Python Properties
  Create variables from an object's Python properties.
- Create, Edit, and Import/Export Variables Using the Variable Manager
  Use the Variable Manager to edit variables, create new variables, and import or export variables in .csv format.
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Variables

Create and assign variables to parametrize a model. This allows you to quickly iterate and compare design concepts by tweaking the values of the variables.

Variables can be applied to sketch dimensions, geometric features, implicit properties, and loading conditions. A broad range of variable types is supported, such as part materials, forces, moments, motor speed, spring stiffness, spring damping, and more. You can also specify dependencies to create relationships between variables. Linked dependent variables will not appear in the Design Explorer.