# Creating an indicator variable

Indicator variables take a value of 0 or 1 according to a defined expression. To create a new indicator variable:

1. In the Summary view, select a column to be evaluated
2. Choose Column > New Indicator Variable…
3. Use the controls to define as many conditions as you like. The indicator variable will be 1 when all of them are true.
4. Press OK

By default, the indicator variable’s name reflects its underlying expression, but you can give it a new name of your choosing. (Note that changing the name will not affect the expression used to generate the indicator values.)

See also:

- About indicator variables
- Editing an indicator variable

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