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# Retrieve

## Overview

Retrieves an array of data extension objects based on the specified criteria

### Syntax

Retrieve(1, 2)

### Function Properties

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| Ordinal | Type    |              | Description                                                                  |
| ------- | ------- | ------------ | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| **1**   | string  | **Required** | Critieria used to search for data extension                                  |
| **2**   | boolean | **Required** | Directs retrieve to search all accounts accessible to the authenticated user |

Limit your data extension external keys to 36 characters to help ensure all further processes function correctly.

## Examples

This sample code retrieves data extensions based on the specified filter criteria:

```
var results = DataExtension.Retrieve({Property:"CustomerKey",SimpleOperator:"equals",Value:"myDEKey"});
```