Use variables in requests

A variable is a fixed value that you save in your Data Fetcher workspace.
You can use variables in your requests, e.g. in a request URL or header. For example, you might save an API key as a variable and use it in multiple request headers. By saving it as a variable, you will only need to update it in one place if the API key changes.

Create a variable

  • Hover over the extension, then click
    to open the settings screen.
  • Under Workspaces, click "Manage" next to the workspace you want to create the variable in.
  • Under Variables, click "+ Add".
  • Enter the variable name and value.
  • Click "Save".

Use variables in requests

  • Click the "+" button on the right-hand side of the input. Any input with a "+" button can use variables.
  • On the modal, click "Variable" to switch to the variables tab.
  • Select the variable you want to use.
  • The input will now have a reference to the variable, which looks like: -*-currency-*-. When the request runs, this will be replaced by the variable value.