Salesforce - how to add a picklist value in salesforce
- George Apostolov
Salesforce - how to add a picklist value in salesforce: step-by-step guide
Go to Setup and navigate to Object Manager.
Choose the object that contains the picklist field you want to modify (e.g., Contact, Opportunity).
Click on Fields & Relationships.
Select New
Select Picklist and hit Next.
Locate the specific Picklist field where you want to add a new value. Picklist fields are often identified by a magnifying glass icon next to their name in the list.
Give an appropriate Field name.
Hit Next.
Hit Save.
Quick answer: To add a picklist value in Salesforce, go to Setup and open Object Manager. Choose your target object, click Fields and Relationships, select New, and choose Picklist. Then, locate the picklist field, provide a field name, click Next, and save your changes.
About this Salesforce tutorial
Easily add new picklist values to your Salesforce objects by updating your fields and relationships in the Object Manager. This guide covers salesforce - how to add a picklist value in salesforce in 9 steps, starting with "Go to Setup and navigate to Object Manager" and finishing with "Hit Save". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Salesforce interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does salesforce - how to add a picklist value in salesforce take?
9 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Salesforce data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Salesforce. Related guides: Salesforce - How to Add a Price Book Entry in Salesforce, Salesforce - How to Add a Product Family in Salesforce and Salesforce - How to Add a Product in Salesforce. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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