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App Builder & Lightning Apps - Q&A

1. Q1. What is Lightning App Builder and what can you create with it?
   Ans: Lightning App Builder is a drag-and-drop tool for creating custom Lightning pages including: - Record pages: Customize object record layouts - App pages: Create standalone pages for apps - Home pages: Customize Lightning Experience home - Embedded service pages: For customer service features - Console navigation items: For service console apps
2. Q2. What are the different types of Lightning pages you can create?
   Ans: Lightning page types include: - Record Page: Customize how records display (Account, Contact, etc.) - App Page: Standalone page accessible from App Launcher - Home Page: Customize Lightning Experience home - Console Navigation Item: For service console navigation - Embedded Service Page: For customer service deployments
3. Q3. How do you add and configure components in Lightning App Builder?
   Ans: Component configuration process: 1. Drag components from the component palette 2. Configure properties in the right panel 3. Set visibility rules based on user/device 4. Arrange layout using regions and columns 5. Preview for desktop and mobile views 6. Activate for specific profiles/apps
4. Q4. What are the key differences between standard and custom Lightning components?
   Ans: Component types: - Standard components: Pre-built by Salesforce (List View, Recent Items, etc.) - Custom components: Created by developers using Lightning Web Components - Third-party components: From AppExchange - Custom components require development skills but offer unlimited customization
5. Q5. How do you make Lightning pages responsive for mobile and desktop?
   Ans: Responsive design techniques: - Flexible regions: Components automatically resize - Device-specific layouts: Create separate mobile/desktop versions - Component visibility: Show/hide based on device type - Preview modes: Test in mobile, tablet, and desktop views - Responsive components: Use components designed for multiple screen sizes
6. Q6. What is the process for creating a custom Lightning app?
   Ans: Lightning app creation steps: 1. Create app in Setup: App Manager → New Lightning App 2. Configure branding: Name, description, color, logo 3. Select navigation items: Tabs and objects to include 4. Set user profiles: Assign access permissions 5. Customize app page: Use App Builder for layout 6. Test and deploy: Verify functionality before release
7. Q7. How do you customize record pages for different profiles?
   Ans: Profile-based customization: - Create multiple page variations for same object - Set activation rules based on user profile - Use component visibility to show/hide elements - Assign app/profile combinations in activation - Test with different user types to ensure proper display
8. Q8. What are component visibility rules and how do you use them?
   Ans: Visibility rules control when components appear: - Device type: Show/hide on mobile/desktop - User attributes: Profile, role, permissions - Record values: Field values on current record - Form factors: Phone, tablet, desktop - Multiple conditions: Combine with AND/OR logic
9. Q9. How do you optimize Lightning pages for mobile users?
   Ans: Mobile optimization strategies: - Prioritize key information: Place important components at top - Use mobile-friendly components: Cards, lists over tables - Limit component count: Reduce page load time - Test on actual devices: Use Salesforce mobile app - Consider offline capability: Cache frequently accessed data
10. Q10. What is the difference between App Builder and Lightning App Builder?
    Ans: Tool distinctions: - Lightning App Builder: Creates/modifies Lightning pages - App Manager: Creates Lightning apps (navigation containers) - App Builder: Legacy tool for Salesforce Classic apps - Lightning App Builder is the primary tool for Lightning Experience
11. Q11. How do you handle navigation in Lightning apps?
    Ans: Navigation configuration: - Navigation items: Add tabs, objects, Lightning pages - App Launcher: Organize apps for easy access - Utility items: Add global tools (notes, recent items) - Console navigation: Use subtabs and workspaces - Custom navigation: Create custom navigation components
12. Q12. What are dynamic forms and how do you implement them?
    Ans: Dynamic forms features: - Field sections: Group related fields together - Visibility rules: Show/hide fields based on conditions - Conditional required fields: Make fields required based on values - Progressive disclosure: Reveal fields as needed - Mobile optimization: Better mobile experience than page layouts
13. Q13. How do you troubleshoot Lightning App Builder issues?
    Ans: Troubleshooting techniques: - Check component visibility: Verify rules and conditions - Review user permissions: Ensure access to components - Test in preview mode: Identify layout issues - Check browser console: Look for JavaScript errors - Verify data access: Ensure users can see required data
14. Q14. What are the best practices for Lightning app design?
    Ans: Design best practices: - User-centric design: Focus on user workflows - Consistent branding: Use company colors and logos - Performance optimization: Minimize components and queries - Accessibility: Follow WCAG guidelines - Testing: Test across devices and user types
15. Q15. How do you deploy Lightning apps between environments?
    Ans: Deployment strategies: - Change sets: Include Lightning apps and pages - Salesforce DX: Use source control and CI/CD - Metadata API: Deploy via tools like Workbench - AppExchange packages: For distribution to other orgs - Manual setup: Document configuration steps for manual recreation