# HPBOUNDRETAIN System Variable
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## Function Description:
The HPBOUNDRETAIN system variable is used to control whether to create new boundary objects for new hatch pattern and fill.
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| Type | Integer |
| Saved in | Not saved |
| Initial value | 0 |
| Range | 0,1 |
## System Variable Value:
**0:** do not create boundary objects
**1:** create boundary objects according to HPBOUND system variable
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