List Variable - Variable File Name

[cfereday]

Hello,

I am looking for some assistance on the below problem.

I am creating a script in TA that aims to read from a different file each time. The file name and possibly directory will vary.

The script will use a List Variable which will read data from the file (excel).

As the file name and possibly directory will be different each time, I need to set this as a variable.

Is it possible for TA to read a list variable from a file/directory that has been set as a variable? There appears to be no option for this in the "Edit Variable" window.

Thanks and Regards, Claire.

[forumstaff]

Hello Claire,

For your requirement, you can use "my-list-variable" within a loop.
You can create a text file instead of an excel file where-in, you can type the file destinations separated by commas and then you can use the option "read from text file" in a variable.

NOTE: In the text file where you will be typing the destinations, you will have to initialize the text file by "variable name="

For example: If the variable name is "my-list-variable" then the text in the text file should start as "my-list-variable= destination1, destination2, destination3,"

Thanks & Regards