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Automated Actions

Automated Actions

An automated action is a reusable component that performs some sort of action behind the scenes—like updating a field or sending an email. After you create an automated action, add it to a process, milestone, or other automated process.

Required Editions

Available in: both Lightning Experience and Salesforce Classic

Flow triggers are available in: Salesforce Classic

Available in: Enterprise, Performance, Unlimited, and Developer Editions

Outbound messages are available in: Enterprise, Performance, Unlimited, and Developer Editions

Email alerts are available in: Essentials, Professional, Enterprise, Performance, Unlimited, and Developer Editions

Action Type Supported In...
Workflow Rule Process Flow Approval Process Entitlement Process
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Flow Trigger (Pilot)

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