After creating a custom object, we need to create fields to store the data in those objects. Fields are like columns in a table where we enter information or values. There are two types of fields in Salesforce: standard and custom fields.
In this Salesforce tutorial, we will learn about various Standard and Custom Fields in Salesforce. In this, we will see different types of fields and data types, their purpose, and how to create custom fields in objects.
In Salesforce, a Field takes input from the user according to the data type and stores the data within the object. Different types of standard fields store different data types. For example, a text field stores data like Name, Address, city, etc. Some complex data fields are calculated using other field values from the same object or a related one.
Standard Fields and Custom Fields in Salesforce
Below, I have explained the definition of standard and custom fields in Salesforce so that you will easily understand the difference between them.
Standard Fields in Salesforce
The standard fields are created by Salesforce, which means these are prebuilt. If you open any standard app there, you can see different fields that have already been created as standard fields. We cannot delete the standard fields or change the field type.