# General Translation Platform: VM image
URL: https://generaltranslation.com/en-GB/docs/platform/locadex/reference/vm-image.mdx
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title: VM image
description: Reference for the sandbox environment Locadex uses to run automations.

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The sandbox environment where Locadex runs each automation installs dependencies, runs configured commands, updates files, and prepares pull request changes.

## Environment variables [#environment-variables]

Environment variables configured at `/org/{orgId}/locadex/secrets` are injected into the sandbox when automations run. Replace `{orgId}` with your Organization ID; the Secrets page is not currently listed in the Dashboard sidebar.

Use them for API keys, tokens, or command configuration.

## Commands [#commands]

Pre-process and post-process commands run in the sandbox.

Commands run from the repository root.

For monorepos, configure the automation's **Target directory** and make sure commands target the correct app.

## Package manager [#package-manager]

The selected package manager is used to install dependencies in the sandbox.

Set it on the automation detail page under **Project > Automations**.