Introduction
In this blog post, we will delve into the updates to Salesforce Flow introduced in the Spring ’24 release.
A Salesforce release encompasses regular changes and fixes, introducing new features and security updates. Salesforce typically delivers three releases annually, known as the Spring, Summer, and Winter releases.
1. Transform Element Aggregation
The Transform element facilitates the aggregation of amount, customer ID, and status fields from the source data into the fields for the target data. It automatically establishes mappings between collections containing the specified fields, enhancing visibility into resource data structures. Each item in the source collection must correspond to an item in the target collection, maintaining alignment within their respective hierarchical locations.
2. Repeater Component for Screen Flows
Eliminate the hassle of repeatedly filling in information across multiple screens with the new Repeater (Beta) component for Screen Flows. This component empowers Flow builders to capture and repeat data input seamlessly within a single screen.
3. Enhancements to Auto-Saved Flows
Building on the auto-save functionality introduced in Winter ’24, Spring ’24 expands its scope by enabling auto-save for all elements except Screens and Actions. Say goodbye to manual saving and seamlessly save your progress as you navigate through your Flow configuration.
4. Platform Event Run-As Enhancements
In the Spring ’24 release, Platform Events now offer the option to execute them using the default workflow user. This feature provides flexibility in assigning actions to the default user rather than the triggering user. To activate this functionality, select the Default process User as the assigned user for executing the process by going to the Advanced Settings menu on the Start element.
5. Reacting to changes on the same screen using text templates
Text Template resources now have the capability to dynamically react to changes in component outputs within the same screen. For instance, a Text Template referencing the output of a Name component on the screen will update in real-time as the user modifies the Name component during runtime.
6. Flow Management Streamlining
Efficiency in flow management is significantly enhanced with the new found capability to identify flows utilizing specific email alerts effortlessly. This enhancement enhances visibility into the usage of email alerts, thus facilitating more streamlined management practices.
Summary
In Spring ’24, Salesforce Flow underwent a symphony of significant enhancements, enriching our beloved tool. Once again, a balanced blend of minor enhancements and quality improvements accompanies the more impactful new features and functionality. These additions promise to greatly ease and streamline the tasks of admins, developers, and business users once integrated across your organization.
