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# Global Test Template Configuration

**Global Test Template Configuration** enables you to define reusable and centralized `wordLists` that automatically apply across all your test templates.

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## Navigating to Global Test Template Configuration in Akto

To locate and modify the **Global Test Template Configuration** setting in the Akto dashboard, follow the steps below:

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Login to the Akto dashboard at [`app.akto.io`](https://app.akto.io).
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In the left-hand navigation menu, click on **API Security Testing**.
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Under API Security Testing, select **User Config** from the menu.
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On the **User Config** page, scroll to the bottom. You will find the **Configure Global Test Template Configuration** text editor section.
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Update the global word lists or other template configuration text as needed in the editor.
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After editing, click **Save** at the bottom right of the editor to apply the updated configuration.
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