SF-Admin Object Manager and Lightning App Builder Practice Question
Exhibit
{
"field_name": "Service_Level__c",
"type": "Picklist",
"active": true,
"formula": null,
"required": false,
"restricted_picklist": true
}Refer to the exhibit. An administrator is reviewing a field configuration. Based on the provided metadata, what is the impact of the 'restricted_picklist' property being set to true?
⚠ Common exam trap
Candidates often think restricted picklists automatically restrict values for standard picklists or prevent users with certain profiles from viewing specific options, rather than restricting unlisted value injection.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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The field will only accept values defined in the picklist set.
The 'Restricted Picklist' setting ensures that only predefined values can be entered into the field, preventing data corruption from external systems or manual entry. This is critical for maintaining high-quality reporting and accurate business logic. By enforcing strict value adherence, the administrator ensures that integrations and automated processes receive predictable data, which is essential for stable, scalable Salesforce implementations.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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The field will only accept values defined in the picklist set.
Why this is correct
When 'restricted_picklist' is true, Salesforce prevents any value from being saved that does not exist in the defined picklist set. This is enforced via API, UI, and Apex, ensuring data integrity by blocking invalid or misspelled entries that could otherwise bypass standard picklist validation.
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The field will be hidden from all users unless they have a specific permission.
Why it's wrong here
Restricting a picklist does not control field visibility. Field visibility is managed by Field-Level Security settings on the profile or permission set. This property only impacts the validation of the data entered, not who can see or interact with the field itself.
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The field can only be updated by the system administrator.
Why it's wrong here
The restricted picklist property governs data validation, not record-level security or field-level editability. Any user with 'Edit' access to the object and 'Edit' permission on the field can update the value, provided they select a valid option from the predefined list.
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The field is converted to a global value set automatically.
Why it's wrong here
Setting a picklist to restricted does not automatically convert it to a Global Value Set. While Global Value Sets can be restricted, the restricted attribute is a standalone property of the picklist field itself, not a trigger for changing the object's field architecture.
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