# Referencing Variables in Brick Configuration

### Variable References

Variables are referenced using `@` in front of the variable name. For example, a local variable `myVariable` is referenced as `@myVariable`.

### Using Autosuggest

In the Page Editor, when you type `@` into a field, the Page Editor will display the variable autocomplete popover:

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The variable popover automatically filters/expands based on the variable name under the cursor. For example, for to filter for `@form`

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Alternatively, you can click the carat to expand into an object and see specific fields that exist within that object.&#x20;


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