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how to find page layout api name in salesforce

by Jaden Reynolds Published 2 years ago Updated 2 years ago
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how to get the object wise page layout names using schema class or any other method.

  • Login to workbench.
  • Hover over "Info".
  • Select "Metadata Types & Components".
  • Select "Layout" from the drop-down.
  • Expand Component folder.
  • Here you can see all the layout object-wise.

The only way to find out is to scroll to the top of the "edit page layout" screen, look at the already used fields (not available to be dragged/dropped), drag the field back from the page layout and check its label/name by hovering on it, and then drag the field back onto the page layout (if needed).

Full Answer

How to query layout object in Salesforce?

You'll query the Layout object, using the Tooling Query. You'll want to read the link for additional details on this object if you need it. Thanks for contributing an answer to Salesforce Stack Exchange!

What is the use of layoutitem field in Salesforce?

This field is reserved for Salesforce. The field resolves an issue with some SOAP libraries. Any value entered in the field is ignored. LayoutItem represents the valid values that define a layout item.

How to get the layout name from the REST API?

The REST API proper is designed to help render layouts on client devices, not get extra metadata such as the Layout Name. The URL would look like this: You'll query the Layout object, using the Tooling Query.

Where to display custom console components in Salesforce?

Custom console components only display in the Salesforce console. Only relevant if showEmailCheckbox is set; indicates the default value of that checkbox. List of standard buttons to exclude from this layout.

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How do I find the API name in Salesforce?

Standard objectsGo to Setup.Go to App Setup | click Customize.Locate the object the click Fields.Look for "API Name" column value in "Custom Fields & Relationships" section.

Where can you find a page layout Salesforce?

How to access Page Layouts in Salesforce? Navigate to >> setup >> Object Manager >> select the object >> Page layout. Click on Edit button.

How do I know what page layout is assigned?

Click Your Name | Setup | Customize, select the appropriate activity or tab link, and choose Page Layouts or Record Types.. In the page layout or record type list page, click Page Layout Assignment. Click Edit Assignment. Use the table to specify the page layout for each profile.

Can we change page layout name in Salesforce?

To change the name of the page layout, add personal and public tags if available, and display standard object checkboxes on the page layout, click Layout Properties. Note You can't rename a page layout if you're using Salesforce Professional Edition.

How do I view different page layouts in Salesforce?

Another handy tip to access layouts is : open any record for the object you will notice "Edit Layout" link over top right side. This will allwo you to edit the current layout assigned to logged in user's profile, once you are on edit layout page you can access diffrent layout using drop down at top left side of UI.

What is Salesforce page layout?

Page Layout in Salesforce allows us to customize the design and organization of detail and edit pages of records in Salesforce. Page layouts can be used to control the appearance of fields, related lists, and custom links on standard and custom object's detail and edit page.

How do I change the default page layout in Salesforce?

Required Editions and User Permissions While editing a Lightning app, select the Pages tab, click Open Page, then click Activation and select Set this page as the default Home page. In Setup—Enter Home in the Quick Find box, then select Home. Click Set Default Page and select a page.

How do I add a page layout in Salesforce?

Create Page LayoutsFrom the management settings for the object that you want to edit, go to Page Layouts.Click New.Optionally, choose an existing page layout to clone.Type a name for the new layout.More items...

How do I create and assign Page Layouts in Salesforce?

Assign the LayoutsNavigate back to Object Manager and click Account.Click Page Layouts.Click the Page Layout Assignment button.Click Edit Assignment, then complete the assignment screen.Click the top of the Customer Account column. ... Select Customer Account Layout as Page Layout To Use.Click Save.

How many page layouts are there in Salesforce?

There are four different types of page layouts in Salesforce: 1) Page Layout: It monitors the layout of an object. 2) Mini Page Layout: It is the subset of the units which are already present in page layouts. 3) Search Layout: It is used to display the fields of an object in various result lists.

Can a profile have multiple page layouts Salesforce?

You can have multiple page layouts for different profiles or record types. For example, on the Account object, you might have page layouts for Customers, Competitors and Partners. You can edit the page layout assignment by clicking 'Page Layout Assignment'.

How do I rename related tabs in Salesforce?

Click Edit next to the tab you want to rename. Click Reset to revert to a tab's original name. Note You can't reset custom object tab names. Enter the singular and plural forms of the new tab name.

File Suffix and Directory Location

Layouts are stored in the layouts directory of the corresponding package directory. The extension is .layout.

Fields

This metadata type represents the valid values that define a page layout.

CustomConsoleComponents

Represents custom console components (Visualforce pages, lookup fields, or related lists; Canvas apps not available) on a page layout. Custom console components only display in the Salesforce console. Available in API version 25.0 and later.

PrimaryTabComponents

Represents custom console components on primary tabs in the Salesforce console. Available in API version 25.0 and later.

ConsoleComponent

Represents a custom console component (Visualforce page, lookup field, or related lists; Canvas apps not available) on a section of a page layout. Custom console components only display in the Salesforce console. Available in API version 25.0 and later.

Container

Represents a location and style in which to display more than one custom console component in the sidebars of the Salesforce console. For example, you can display multiple components in the right sidebar of the console with a style of either stack, tabs, or accordion. Available in API version 30.0 and later.

SidebarComponent

Represents a specific custom console component to display in a container that hosts multiple components in one of the sidebars of the Salesforce console. You can specify up to five components for each of the four container locations (left, right, top, and bottom). Available in API version 30.0 and later.

Custom Fields in Lightning Experience

1. Go to Setup. 2. Click Object Manager. 3. Locate and click the object. 4. In the sidebar, click Fields & Relationships. 5. Locate the field label. 6. Check the 'Field Name' column name value.

Custom Object in Lightning Experience

1. Go to Setup. 2. Click Object Manager. 3. Locate the object name. 4. Check the 'API Name' column.

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