# Using Dataset Variables in Test Steps

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Using a dataset variable is exactly the same as using any other type of variable (e.g., global or locally extracted variables.

**Prerequisites:**

* You must have already created a test case.
* You must have uploaded a dataset (as shown in the previous documentation).

#### **Inserting a Dataset Variable**

1. **Trigger the Variable Menu:**\
   In the text input field, type the opening curly braces: \{{. This action will automatically open a dropdown menu listing all available variables and dataset columns.
2. **Select the Dataset Variable:**
   * Scroll through the list to find the dataset variables, which are clearly marked with a "Dataset" tag.
   * The variables are formatted as Dataset Name:Column Name.
