Salesforce - how to switch to lightning salesforce
- George Apostolov
Salesforce - how to switch to lightning salesforce: step-by-step guide
If you are in the Salesforce Classic view, you will be able to see Switch to Lightning Experience over here.
It will take a few seconds to load. Your Salesforce theme and UI will then change to the Lightning Experience
If you want to switch back to the classic view, head over to the profile icon on the top right.
The dropdown shows Switch to Salesforce Classic. Click on it to switch back.
And there you have it! You can now switch back and forth from the Lightning View to the Classic View.
Quick answer: To switch between interfaces in Salesforce, first click Switch to Lightning Experience in the Classic view to load the Lightning theme. To return, click your profile icon in the top right and select Switch to Salesforce Classic from the dropdown.
About this Salesforce tutorial
Switch between Salesforce Classic and Lightning Experience views seamlessly using the profile icon and top navigation options. This guide covers salesforce - how to switch to lightning salesforce in 5 steps, starting with "If you are in the Salesforce Classic view, you will be able to see Switch to Lightning..." and finishing with "And there you have it! You can now switch back and forth from the Lightning View to the...". 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 switch to lightning salesforce take?
5 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 - Disable MFA, Salesforce - how to use filter logic in salesforce and Integrate Google Forms with Salesforce to create new leads. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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