Salesforce - how to create a salesforce app
- George Apostolov
Salesforce - how to create a salesforce app: step-by-step guide
Go to Setup on the top right of the page.
Search for Lightning App Builder in the Quick Find menu.
Click on App Page.
Give a name for the app.
Select a layout and hit Done.
Select the medium to visualise your app.
Design Your App Interface.
Drag and drop components (tabs, navigation menus) to build the layout.
Click Save to create your app.
Click Activate to make it available to users.
Assign the app to specific user profiles or permission sets.
Assign the app to specific user profiles or permission sets.
Quick answer: To create a Salesforce app, go to Setup, search for Lightning App Builder, select App Page, name the app, choose a layout and visualization medium, design the interface by dragging and dropping components, save, activate, and assign the app to user profiles or permission sets.
About this Salesforce tutorial
Build and deploy custom Salesforce apps using the Lightning App Builder by designing layouts, adding components, and assigning user permissions. This guide covers salesforce - how to create a salesforce app in 12 steps, starting with "Go to Setup on the top right of the page" and finishing with "Assign the app to specific user profiles or permission sets". 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 create a salesforce app take?
12 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 Create a Sandbox in Salesforce, Salesforce - How to Create a Sharing Rule in Salesforce and Salesforce Create a task. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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