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Macros are used to add or substitute a custom path for a default template or macro name.

**Template (Macro)**

Enter the redirection macro or template name that will be used in the redirection file.

Example:

%ROOT%

Enter the name only here. In the redirection file the //%<;template>%// syntax is used.

**Description (Value)**

Enter the valid path to substitute into the macro.