FAQs

How do I define which object to search in Lex Lookup?
Use the Object API Name field to specify the object you want to search, such as Account, Contact, or any custom object (e.g., CustomObject__c).
Thu, 20 Nov, 2025 at 3:50 PM
Can I display specific fields in the search result?
Yes, you can use Field API Name (up to four in total) to show key details from the record in the search results. For example, you might show Name, Phone, Em...
Thu, 20 Nov, 2025 at 6:00 PM
What does the ‘Field API Name for Search’ do?
This is the field used to perform the search (typically Name), but you can customize it to search on any text-based field like Email, AccountNumber, etc.
Thu, 20 Nov, 2025 at 4:15 PM
What does the 'Field Label' control?
The Field Label sets the display name above the component (e.g., “Account Lookup”) so users know what they’re searching for.
Thu, 20 Nov, 2025 at 4:14 PM
Can I change the lookup icon?
Yes, with the Default Lookup Icon property, you can set a custom icon from the Salesforce standard icon set, such as standard:account or standard:contact.
Thu, 20 Nov, 2025 at 4:14 PM
Can I set default text or record for the lookup?
Yes. Default Search Text allows you to pre-fill the input box with a default value. Default Selected Record Id can be used to pre-select a record automat...
Thu, 20 Nov, 2025 at 4:14 PM
What is ‘Enforce Manual Typing’ used for?
This setting prevents users from copying and pasting values into the input box, ensuring they manually type and select a record. Set it to True if you want ...
Thu, 20 Nov, 2025 at 3:35 PM
How do I hide the ‘New Record’ link from users?
Set Hide 'New Record' Link to True to remove the "Create New Record" option in the lookup, which is useful when you want to restrict users...
Thu, 20 Nov, 2025 at 4:13 PM
Can users view the full record from the search results?
If Link to View Record is set to True, users can click on the search result to navigate to the full record in a new tab.
Thu, 20 Nov, 2025 at 4:12 PM
What does ‘Record Details’ enable?
When enabled, Record Details shows more fields from the selected record below the lookup once a record is chosen, helping users confirm their selection.
Thu, 20 Nov, 2025 at 4:12 PM