Salesforce Platform App Builder Certification Training - Fields

The video tutorial discusses the importance of object fields in Salesforce, comparing them to database columns. It explains standard fields that are automatically included and cannot be deleted, and custom fields that can be created and managed by users. Various field types are introduced, such as auto number, checkbox, currency, date, and more advanced types like text, encrypted, and URL fields. The tutorial emphasizes the significance of these fields in maintaining accurate records and enhancing user interaction with Salesforce objects.

What is the primary function of fields in Salesforce objects?

• To manage user permissions

• To store data similar to database columns

• To delete unnecessary data

• To create user interfaces

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of standard fields in Salesforce?

• They can be deleted

• They are part of the metadata

• They cannot be edited

• They are automatically included in custom objects

What type of field generates a sequence number automatically?

• Checkbox field

• Auto number field

• Date field

• Currency field

Which field type allows users to enter a true or false value?

• Text field

• Date field

• Checkbox field

• Currency field

What is the purpose of a picklist field in Salesforce?

• To store large text data

• To store numerical data

• To validate and select predefined values

• To encrypt sensitive information

Which field type is best suited for storing a Social Security number securely?

• Text field

• Number field

• URL field

• Encrypted text field

What is the main advantage of using a URL field in Salesforce?

• To store encrypted data

• To store large text data

• To enter valid website addresses

• To manage user permissions