# Set Kettle variables in the PDI client

To set Kettle variables in the PDI client (Spoon), complete these steps.

1. In the PDI client, select **Edit** > **Edit the kettle.properties file**.
2. In the Kettle Properties window, modify the variable value.
3. If you want to add a variable, complete these steps:
   1. Right-click on a line number, then select **Insert before this row** or **Insert after this row**.
   2. Enter the variable name and value.
   3. If you want to reposition the variable, right-click on the row number again, then select **Move Up** or **Move Down**.
4. Click the **OK** button.


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