Introduction

How to Use

Learn how to use Package Builder to its fullest extent and ensure you know all its features and functionality.


Usage

To navigate to use Package Builder search the waffle for the tab labeled Package Builder

Package Builder Tab
Figure 1: App Launcher Menu in Salesforce

Without Folders

For most Metadata Types you will just need to select the Metadata Type you desire and which group of packaging to get (All, Unmanaged Only, or Managed Only).

Pre Selection with No Folders
Figure 2: Selection of Metadata Type and Packaging with no Folders

With Folders

For a slect group of Metadata Types (EmailTemplate, Report, Dashboard, or Document) you are required to also select a folder as well. You can slect 1-3 folders at a time.

Pre Selection with Folders
Figure 3: Selection of Metadata Type, Folders and Packaging

Selection

If you select another without a folder usage then this is your final selection set screen. Package Types allow three options (All, Managed, Unmanaged).

Selection
Figure 4: A Full Selection of Metadata Type and Package Type

Results

Finally you will be presented with results after clicking "Search". Selecting a metadata value will make "Package XML" and "CLI Reference Command" panels become visible. You have the ability to copy using buttons. Package.xml offers the ability to copy full file or just the types group if you are looking to add to an existing package.xml file locally.

Results
Figure 5: Results of Selection for ApexClass presenting Package.xml and CLI Command
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