Can I store string values as project or design variables?

[s-benter]

For my automation workflow, I want to save configuration data for my inputs as part of the project or design. For example, I have an input csv to set thermal parameters for Icepak. I want to store the path to that csv in the project or design for later access.

I tried VariableManager but it doesn't accept strings as variable values. Is there anywhere to store such a value within the project file itself, or do I need to create a separate file to track this?

[gmalinve]

Hi @s-benter,

Thanks for opening this discussion.
I'm not sure I understood correctly what you are trying to achieve but I think PyAEDT configuration files will give you great benefit: Load and manage files. With them you can import a set of variables, setup, mesh and boundaries to your project.
Since I see you are interested in Icepak please look at this page and specifically download the available Icepak example, here you will find an example on how to import a configuration file.

If this helps please do let me know.

Thanks,

Giulia