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How to Search in Salesforce

Updated on:
May 25, 2026
By:
Madhav Bhandari
Use this interactive demo to learn how to quickly find accounts, leads, and settings in Salesforce.

Quick summary

Salesforce offers two powerful search methods — the global search bar and the Quick Find tool — letting users instantly locate accounts, leads, and configuration settings from any screen in the dashboard.


Steps

  1. Locate the top-center search bar on the Salesforce dashboard, type what you're looking for (e.g., account name, lead), then press Enter to run the search.
  2. Click Open Advanced Setup by selecting the gear icon at the top right of the dashboard to access deeper configuration options.
  3. Use the Quick Find search bar in the left side menu to rapidly locate configuration settings, objects, and admin tools.

📌 Why this matters

Salesforce is the world's leading CRM platform, used by sales, service, and admin teams to manage customer relationships at scale. Knowing how to search efficiently in Salesforce — using both the global search bar and the Quick Find tool in Setup — saves significant time and reduces friction when navigating large datasets or complex configurations. The global search lets reps instantly surface accounts, leads, contacts, and opportunities, while Quick Find gives admins direct access to any setting without endless menu browsing. Mastering these search features is a foundational skill for any Salesforce user looking to work faster and smarter.
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