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# What are Dictionaries?

Dictionaries are used to map a list of values to another list of values, arranged as key/value pairs. Both the keys and values can be an object or a string of text; key entries can also be defined as a regular expression.

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Dictionaries are used in Pipe robots to normalize data. For example, if you need to map certain typo's to their actual counterpart or if you want to look up a certain SKU in a dictionary to get the proper name for a product, this can all be done using the dictionaries.

To create a new dictionary, 

1. Select the **Projects** view.
2. Select the top-right **New** button. 
3. Choose **Dictionary**.