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# Create a Temporary Variable

> Store data for the current execution only.

The **Create a Temporary Variable** block lives in the **Variables & Data storage** palette category. Store data for the current execution only.

## What it does

Store data for the current execution only.

## Configuration

Open the block in the builder sidebar to configure these fields.

### `var_name`

**Type:** `string`. Required.

Name for this run only. Reference as `{vars.name}`.

### `var_value`

**Type:** `string`. Required.

Initial value. Variables allowed.

## See also

* [Variables & Data storage](/builder/action-blocks/variables-and-data-storage) — Browse all blocks in the Variables & Data storage category.