# ERSTATE System Variable
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**Function Description:**
The ERSTATE system variable is used to indicate the "External Reference" palettes turns on or off.
(Read-Only)
| | |
| --- | --- |
| Type | Integer |
| Saved in | Not saved |
| Initial value | Unknown |
| Range | 0,1 |
**System Variable Value:**
**0:**Off
**1:**On
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