Understanding Field Level Security (FLS) Column Names: Read Access and Edit Access in Salesforce

Field Level Security Column Definitions

Starting with the Summer '16 release, Field Level Security column names are Read Access and Edit Access. The functionality of the columns is defined below:

• No check in either box: The field is hidden and not accessible to the user.
• Read Access only (checked): The field is viewable but not editable.
• Edit Access (checked): Automatically also checks Read Access. The field is both viewable and editable.

Example: Setting Field Level Security

To apply Field Level Security to a field in Salesforce:

1. Navigate to Setup.
2. In the Quick Find box, type the name of the object and select Fields & Relationships or use the Field Accessibility tool.
3. Click the field name you want to configure.
4. Click Set Field-Level Security.
5. For each profile, select or deselect Read Access and Edit Access as appropriate.
6. Click Save.