Permissions — Salesforce Administrator Practice Questions
Permissions in Salesforce determine what actions a user can perform, ranging from object-level CRUD permissions on profiles to granular feature access granted through permission sets and permission set groups. Administrators use permission sets to extend access beyond what a profile provides, without requiring separate profiles for every access variation. The exam covers the distinction between object permissions, field permissions, and system permissions, and tests when it is appropriate to use permission sets versus modifying a profile directly. Salesforce has been moving toward a permission-set-first model, making this a current and important topic.
Free questions on permissions
Which permission allows a user to see another user's dashboard, even if the dashboard creator restricted visibility?
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