# 2. Passing Value to the Output Variable

* Use the return function in both **Python** and **JavaScript** to pass output values from a Custom Action.
* The returned value is fetched by Avo Assure and can be used in subsequent steps. For example, the returned value can be displayed using the **Display Variable Value** action.

#### Example:

1. Python:\
   return value
2. JavaScript:\
   return \`value\`;

{% hint style="info" %}
***Important:***

* *You can use both languages (Python and JavaScript) for all functionalities.*
* *However, if the script or test case does **not involve a browser**, avoid using JavaScript, as it may throw an error in such cases.*
  {% endhint %}


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