# How to use Variables in Message Template

## Cheout the Video on How to use Variables ? 👇

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WhatsApp Business API supports various variables that can be used to personalize messages and interactions with users. These variables allow businesses to dynamically insert user-specific information into their messages.&#x20;

Some common variables include: 👇

1. **{{1}}**, **{{2}}**, **{{3}}**, etc.: These are placeholders for dynamic content. They can be used to insert variables such as user's name, order number, transaction amount, etc.
2. **{{contact.name}}**: Inserts the name of the contact.
3. **{{contact.phone}}**: Inserts the phone number of the contact.
4. **{{contact.id}}**: Inserts the unique ID of the contact.
5. **{{datetime}}**: Inserts the date and time of the message.
6. **{{message.content}}**: Inserts the content of the message.
7. **{{company.name}}**: Inserts the name of the business.
8. **{{company.phone}}**: Inserts the phone number of the business.
9. **{{company.address}}**: Inserts the address of the business.

These variables can be used within message templates or dynamic message content to provide personalized experiences for users.

## Addition of Variable&#x20;

* Before submitting a template, it's crucial to include sample variables, if you've added variables within the message content.&#x20;
* Sample variables allow WhatsApp to understand how the message will appear with dynamic content inserted, ensuring that the template is correctly formatted and personalized for users.
* For example, if you have a message template that includes the variable **{{contact.name}}** to insert the contact's name, you should provide a sample variable like **"John"** or **"Jane"** to demonstrate how the message will look with the actual contact's name inserted.

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