FAQs

Can the Metadata Search app differentiate between private and public reports?
The Metadata Search app will only display reports the user has access to. It does not return private reports that the user is not authorized to view, ensuri...
Mon, 9 Feb, 2026 at 4:57 PM
Where can I find the Terms & Conditions for the Metadata Search App?
All purchases of our Metadata Search app are governed by the standard Salesforce AppExchange Terms & Conditions. These terms cover key aspects such as: ...
Mon, 11 May, 2026 at 12:03 PM
How to fix the error ‘OAUTH_APPROVAL_ERROR_GENERIC’ upon authorization?
If you receive this error while completing the configuration for the Metadata Search app (specifically when clicking the “Authorize” button), follow the ste...
Mon, 9 Feb, 2026 at 4:57 PM
Why and how do we need to complete the Salesforce Connected App installation step?
Salesforce now requires that the Connected App be installed by a system administrator before users can self-authorize. This ensures that the connected app...
Mon, 9 Feb, 2026 at 4:58 PM
What is new in Metadata Search version 9.2 ?
Version 9.2 adds 17 new Setup metadata types you can search, taking Metadata Search to 50+    supported metadata types. It also improves Permission Set sea...
Mon, 26 Oct, 2026 at 12:53 PM
How do I search the new metadata types added in version 9.2?
The new metadata types are searched the same way as existing ones. 1. Go to the "Metadata Search" tab.   2. Turn on the toggle for the metada...
Mon, 26 Oct, 2026 at 12:22 PM
How can I find which List Views use a particular field?
Metadata Search searches inside List Views, including their columns and filters. Use it to find every List View that shows a field or filters on it, before ...
Wed, 28 Oct, 2026 at 5:17 PM
Can I search inside Lightning Pages?
Yes. Metadata Search searches Lightning Pages (FlexiPages) by :  name type object  description  and also looks inside each page: its sections, com...
Mon, 26 Oct, 2026 at 12:37 PM
Can I search Report Types, including the objects and fields they use?
Yes. Metadata Search searches Report Types by:  Name description  category and also looks inside each Report Type at its objects and fields.   Use it...
Mon, 26 Oct, 2026 at 12:42 PM
Can I search inside Permission Sets for object and field permissions?
Yes, In version 9.2 and later, Permission Set search extends inside every Permission Set to index: Metadata: Name, label, and description Permissions:...
Mon, 26 Oct, 2026 at 12:56 PM