Custom Metadata Types vs Custom Settings vs Custom Labels 💬 In plain words: Three lookalikes: Custom Metadata = configuration that DEPLOYS with your code (best for app settings). Custom Settings = org/user-specific values, changeable at runtime (hierarchy type is great for bypass switches). Custom Labels = translatable text for the UI. 📌 Example: API endpoint URLs per environment → Custom Metadata (deploys with code, sandbox vs prod values). A 'Bypass_Automation__c' checkbox an admin flips during data load → hierarchy Custom Setting. The word 'Submit' translated to Hindi → Custom Label. 🎬 Real-Life Example: The Fee Table Trapped Inside Code Skyline charges a different delivery fee per city. Apex needs those rates on every booking. The Old/Bad Way: if (city == 'Delhi') fee = 50. Else if (city == 'Mumbai') fee = 65. … Every rate change is a code change, a test run, and a deployment. Why this is bad: Business data is trappe...
Introduction: Salesforce offers a variety of tools and features to help businesses customize their CRM solutions to meet their specific needs. Two commonly used options for storing custom data are Custom Metadata and Custom Settings. Both serve as valuable resources for storing custom configurations, preferences, and data in the Salesforce platform. In this blog post, we'll explore the differences between Custom Metadata and Custom Settings in Salesforce, and discuss the factors to consider when deciding which option to choose for your organization. Custom Metadata: Custom Metadata is a feature introduced by Salesforce to provide a way for developers to create custom configurations and data that can be easily managed and deployed across multiple orgs. Custom Metadata records are similar to standard metadata, such as custom objects or fields, but they offer additional flexibility and scalability. Here are some key points to consider: 1. Structure and Relationship: Custom Met...