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Using environment variables in the Folder Description with Cloudbees Jenkins Folders Plugin

I want my Folder Description to display the value of an environment variable set in the folder configuration. I did try using the normal syntax, e.g. %JOB_NAME% in the description field. The description displays the exact text %JOB_NAME% rather than the value of the variable.

Is this not supported for the Folder/

thanks

Glenn

Solution

  • No, the description should be literal text. Folder variables may be accessed during builds, using $VARNAME or ${VARNAME} syntax.