Import document/database variables via JSON

Hello,

Would it be possible to provide us with the PowerShell script and a sample Excel file so we can test it on our end? If you prefer, you can send them to service@devolutions.net.

Best regards,

No. This is just part of a much much much bigger script. And I don't see how or why it's relevant.

The question is not about PowerShell. The question is what is the syntax for importing document level variables via JSON regardless of how that JSON is derived.

Do you support importing variables as part of the JSON import?

I don't see them when I manually create them in a database and then export that to JSON.

Hello,

Could you confirm where the variable is located in the document entry? Is it in the path when using the a "link to file"? I did a quick test and if there is a variable at that level, it does not seem to be supported.

Best regards,

I'm not sure I understand your question.

Here is what I'm looking for. Maybe asking it the wrong way. Not in front of a computer to add screen shots. Sorry.

1. Create new sqllite database

2. Create at least one object. Anything. Folder ssh rdp etc

3. Right click on top level folder and go to properties. Then variables bottom left of dialog box.

4. Add and define variable. This variable should be able to be used by any object in the document.

This is the variable I'm talking about. How do I import a variable (along with all the ssh objects created by my script) into a blank database?

If it's not possible, can you make a feature request for it?

Can we import variables attached to lower level folders?

Hello,

The custom variables cannot be exported or imported at this time. I have moved your request to the feature request section of the forum.

Best regards,

Ok. Thank you for the assistance and checking on that.

Hello,

I have discussed your query with our engineering team, and currently, there are no plans to allow the direct import of custom variables from a file. However, our PowerShell team will explore the possibility of adding this feature to the Devolutions.PowerShell module. I have created a feature request on your behalf, and we will keep you updated on its progress.

Best regards,

Ok. Thank you for the follow up.

I know of the powershell module, but it doesnt suit my purpose. I am creating the JSON and frequently have to send it to someone else (customer, etc) when we are working remotely with the customer. I tell him to download RDM from your site and i send the JSON to them via email or thru our zoom meeting. I realize this is an edge case and not the typical use case.

In my case, i can just manually create the variable in the database once the JSON is imported, and the pre-defined values will just pick it up. Not a big deal. Was hoping there was a way to be more automated.

Thank you for your help!

Hello! Is there any update to this? Is it possible to import variables via JSON? Using the powershell module could be an option, but it would be easier for me to add the creation of the variables into the JSON and import the variable with the JSON. Thank you!