Editing Messaging flow variables (section)

== Configuration Options and Settings ==
The effective implementation of '''Messaging flow variables''' involves several key components:

- **Contact Variables**:
  The default contact variables include:
  * '''First name'''
  * '''Last name'''
  * '''Phone number'''
  * '''Email'''
  * '''URL'''

- **Messaging Flow Variables**:
  These are created during the flow design:
  * Variables get their names based on the steps you create (e.g., %step.ask_name%).

- **Global Variables**:
  These are predefined and include server-side settings such as:
  * Current day
  * Current time
  * Current weekday

Using these variables effectively allows you to personalize messages and automate interactions significantly.