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generating-list-view

Generate Salesforce List View metadata with columns, filters, and visibility settings.

Updated Apr 19, 2026
Search Tags:#metadata#filters#xml#salesforce#columns#list view#listviews
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/cchrisv/professorFlowVisualPicker --skill generating-list-view
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: generating-list-view
Source: https://github.com/cchrisv/professorFlowVisualPicker/tree/main/.agents/skills/generating-list-view
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/cchrisv/professorFlowVisualPicker --skill generating-list-view

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Salesforce List Views enable filtered, column-based record listings on an object's tab. This skill helps teams generate, configure, and validate those List View definitions to ensure correct visibility and behavior.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Define fullName, label, filterScope, and columns for List Views.
  • Configure filters, boolean logic, and visibility settings to meet business needs.
  • Troubleshoot ListView deployment issues and ensure metadata integrity across environments.

Quick Start

Create a List View for Account showing Name and Status columns with a Mine filter and then validate the result in the UI.

Frequently Asked Questions about generating-list-view

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate Salesforce List View metadata for custom objects?▼

Salesforce List View metadata requires defining fullName, label, filterScope, and columns. Configure filters and visibility settings to control record display, then validate the XML structure to ensure successful metadata deployment across environments.

What is the correct XML structure for a Salesforce List View deployment?▼

A valid Salesforce List View XML structure requires correct file paths, fullName, label, filterScope, and column definitions. Enforce valid field references to ensure metadata integrity and prevent deployment failures across environments.

Why does my Salesforce List View deployment fail with invalid field references?▼

Salesforce List View deployment fails when the metadata contains invalid field references or incorrect file paths. Validate the ListView XML to ensure column definitions and filterScope match valid object fields before deploying.

How do I configure List View filters and visibility in Salesforce metadata?▼

Configure List View filters and visibility by setting the filterScope and applying boolean logic in the metadata. Define which records display by specifying filter conditions, column definitions, and visibility settings tailored to business needs.

Can I validate Salesforce List View XML before deploying to production?▼

Yes, you can validate Salesforce List View XML before deployment by checking fullName, label, filterScope, and column definitions. Ensure valid field references and correct file paths to maintain metadata integrity and avoid deployment errors.

What are the limitations when creating Salesforce List Views through metadata?▼

Limitations include ensuring all column definitions reference valid fields and that filterScope and visibility settings align with object permissions. Incorrect file paths or invalid field references in the XML will cause metadata deployment failures.

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