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Show Final Request Variables

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#5456 opened on Aug 29, 2025

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Description

I have checked the following:

  • I've searched existing issues and found nothing related to my issue.

This feature

  • blocks me from using Bruno
  • would improve my quality of life in Bruno
  • is something I've never seen an API client do before

Describe the feature you want to add, and how it would change your usage of Bruno

In the Request → Variables tab, display a table with:

  1. Variable Name – effective name used in the request
  2. Value – resolved final value after applying precedence
  3. Source – origin of the variable (Collection, Folder, Request, or Environment)

Notes: 2. Precedence: Request > Folder > Collection > Environment 3. View updates automatically when request or environment context changes

Mockups or Images of the feature

JIRA

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Tech stack
javascriptreactelectronnodejsrest api
Domain
frontenddesktopapi
Issue type
feature
DifficultyEstimated implementation difficulty for a new contributor, from 1 for very small changes to 5 for expert-level work.
4
Estimated timeA rough time range for an experienced contributor to investigate, implement, test, and prepare a pull request.
1-2 days
Activity statusHow available the issue appears right now: fresh, active, stale, blocked, or waiting on maintainer input.
blocked
ClarityHow clearly the issue explains the expected change, acceptance criteria, and next step.
clear
Prerequisites
reactelectronvariable precedence
Newbie friendlinessA 1-100 score estimating how approachable this issue is for first-time contributors.
30
Research direction
Investigate how variables are currently resolved and displayed in the 'Request → Variables' tab. Look at the variable precedence implementation (e.g., in the store or utility functions). The mockup shows a table with Name, Value, Source columns; implement a React component that fetches resolved variables and displays them. Ensure the view updates on environment or request changes. Check the JIRA link for additional requirements. The issue is already assigned, so coordinate with the assignee.