How Do I Create an Address Data Type in Salesforce?

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Heather Bennett

Creating an Address Data Type in Salesforce

When it comes to managing data in Salesforce, having a well-structured address field is essential. Instead of manually entering each component of an address, creating a custom Address data type can save time and ensure consistency across your records. In this tutorial, we will explore the steps to create an Address data type in Salesforce using the Lightning App Builder.

Step 1: Accessing the Lightning App Builder

To create a custom Address data type, we need to access the Lightning App Builder. Follow these steps:

  • Step 1.1: Log in to your Salesforce account.
  • Step 1.2: Click on the App Launcher icon (grid icon) located at the top-left corner of the screen.3: Search for “App Builder” and select it from the search results.

Step 2: Creating a New Object

In this step, we will create a new object that will utilize our custom Address data type. Follow these steps:

  • Step 2.1: In the Lightning App Builder, click on “New” to create a new app or edit an existing one.
  • Step 2.2: Select “Record Page” as your app type and click on “Next”.3: Choose your desired layout for the record page and click on “Finish”.

Step 3: Adding Custom Fields

In this step, we will add custom fields to our object and include the Address data type. Follow these steps:

  • Step 3.1: In the Lightning App Builder, click on “Fields” under the “Customize” menu.
  • Step 3.2: Click on “New” to create a new custom field.3: Select “Address” as the data type for your new field.

Step 4: Configuring the Address Fields

In this step, we will configure the individual fields within the Address data type. Follow these steps:

  • Step 4.1: Under “Field Label”, enter a descriptive name for your address field (e.g., “Shipping Address”).
  • Step 4.2: Click on “Next”.3: Use the checkboxes to include or exclude specific fields within the address (e., Street, City, State).

Step 5: Customizing Field Properties

In this step, we will customize additional properties for our Address data type field. Follow these steps:

  • Step 5.1: Set up any additional properties such as requiredness or default values.
  • Step 5.2: Click on “Save” to save your changes.

Congratulations! You have successfully created an Address data type in Salesforce using the Lightning App Builder. Now you can use this custom field in your records to efficiently store and manage address information.

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