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Salesforce consistently innovates to make its platform more efficient, user-friendly, and tailored to meet the dynamic needs of its customers. The Salesforce Spring ’25 Release Features for Admins showcase a range of enhancements that simplify workflows, improve data management, and unlock new opportunities for customization.

As Salesforce continues to evolve with cutting-edge technology like Einstein GPT, AI tools, and Agentforce, the future of Salesforce looks brighter than ever. This blog highlights 15 must-know features of the Spring ’25 release that empower admins to enhance their Salesforce orgs effectively.

Top 15 Salesforce Spring’25 Release Features for Admins

 Let’s explore the features and how you can start using them.

1. Organize Your Data With Multi-Column Sorting for Related Lists

Gone are the days of sorting data by a single column! Multi-column sorting allows admins to configure up to three sorting criteria for related lists in Salesforce Lightning Experience. This feature makes it easier to organize data, helping users quickly identify trends and prioritize tasks.

For example, you can sort opportunities by “Stage,” and finally by “Amount,” ensuring vital details are always front and centre.

Steps to Use:

  1. Navigate to the desired related list in Salesforce Lightning Experience.
    Organize Your Data With Multi-Column Sorting for Related Lists Step 1
    1. Click on the gear icon and select Sort By.
    Organize Your Data With Multi-Column Sorting for Related Lists Step 2
    1. Add up to two sorting criteria and apply.
    Organize Your Data With Multi-Column Sorting for Related Lists Step 3
    Organize Your Data With Multi-Column Sorting for Related Lists Step 4

    2. Allow Users to View All Fields for a Specified Object

    Admins can now provide users with full visibility into an object’s data by granting access to all fields with a single setting. This is especially helpful for objects with numerous fields, saving time while improving usability and transparency.

    Use cases include managing complex datasets or granting Salesforce Certification candidates access to study orgs without excessive configuration.

    Steps to Use:

    1. Go to Setup > Profiles or Permission Sets.
    Allow Users to View All Fields for a Specified Object Step 1
    1. Select the object and check the “View All Fields” option.
    Allow Users to View All Fields for a Specified Object Step 2
    1. Save changes to apply the permission.

    3. The View All and Modify All Object Permissions Have New Names

    To enhance clarity and align with Salesforce security best practices, the “View All” and “Modify All” object permissions are renamed to “View All Data” and “Modify All Data,” respectively.

    This small yet impactful change makes permissions easier to understand, reducing confusion for admins managing salesforce user management across various teams.

    Steps to Use:

    1. Go to Setup > Profiles or Permission Sets.
    The View All and Modify All Object Permissions Have New Names Step 1
    1. Assign the newly named permissions to relevant users.
    2. Communicate these updates to your team for better understanding.
    The View All and Modify All Object Permissions Have New Names Step 2

    4. Gain Access to AI Agents with Salesforce Foundations

    Salesforce Foundations provides complimentary access to autonomous AI agents, offering a restricted selection of features, licenses, and usage limits for Agentforce for Sales and Agentforce for Service. This access is available in supported editions of Foundations. To use AI agents, navigate to Salesforce Foundations. If you integrated Salesforce Foundations before Spring ’25, you’ll need to add the product via Your Account. For those adding Foundations after Spring ’25, ensure you include the necessary products through Your Account.

    5. Select a Dashboard Widget to Refresh (Beta)

    Refreshing an entire dashboard just to see the latest data in one widget is now a thing of the past. The Select a Dashboard Widget to Refresh (Beta) feature lets users update specific widgets without affecting the entire dashboard.

    This makes Salesforce Lightning Experience dashboards more interactive and user-friendly, helping teams stay focused on what matters most.

    Steps to Use:

    1. Open your dashboard in Salesforce Lightning Experience.
    2. Click on the widget you want to refresh.
    3. Select Refresh Widget from the dropdown menu.

    6. Remove User and Custom Permissions From the Permission Set Summary Page

    Managing permissions is a cornerstone of salesforce user management, and this update simplifies the process. Admins can now directly remove user and custom permissions from the permission set summary page, streamlining workflows and improving security controls.

    It’s an essential feature for admins aiming to maintain clean and efficient permission sets.

    Steps to Use:

    1. Go to Setup > Permission Sets.
    Remove User and Custom Permissions From the Permission Set Summary Page Step 1
    1. Select the permission set and navigate to the Summary page.
    2. Remove the desired permissions with a single click.
    Remove User and Custom Permissions From the Permission Set Summary Page Step 2

    7. View a Group’s Sharing Rules and List Views for All Objects From the Summary Page

    Admins can now access a group’s sharing rules and list views for all objects directly from the summary page. This enhanced visibility makes it easier to audit and adjust sharing rules, improving collaboration and adherence to Salesforce security protocols.

    Steps to Use:

    1. Navigate to the group’s page in Setup.
    2. Search and Navigate to Public Groups and click on View Summary.
    View a Group’s Sharing Rules and List Views for All Objects From the Summary Page Step 1
    View a Group’s Sharing Rules and List Views for All Objects From the Summary Page Step 2
    1. Select the specific object, and then Adjust or review the rules and list views as needed.

    8. Enable the Enhanced Permission Set List View for a New User Experience

    Permission set management gets a makeover with the enhanced list view feature. This improved UI makes it easier to navigate permission sets, locate specific permissions, and create custom filters for better salesforce user management.

    Admins will appreciate this more intuitive experience, aligning with the future of Salesforce and its focus on simplicity.

    Enable the Enhanced Permission Set List View for a New User Experience

    9. Access Flow Versions Right in Flow Builder

    The future scope of Salesforce includes making automation tools more accessible, and this update does just that. Admins can now view all versions of a flow directly within Flow Builder.

    This saves time by allowing admins to compare, edit, or activate the right flow version without switching contexts.

    Steps to Use:

    1. Open the flow in Setup > Flow Builder.
    2. Click on the Versions tab in the toolbar.
    Access Flow Versions Right in Flow Builder
    1. Select, compare, or activate the required version.

    10. Reduce the Risk of Hitting Performance Issues or Governor Limits When Doing a Get Records

    Flow Builder enhancements now provide warnings when a Get Records element is at risk of hitting performance issues or governor limits. This proactive feature protects your Salesforce orgs and ensures smooth performance.

    Admins can troubleshoot potential issues early, improving scalability and aligning with the Salesforce future growth vision.

    Steps to Use:

    1. Add a Get Records element in Flow Builder.
    Reduce the Risk of Hitting Performance Issues or Governor Limits When Doing a Get Records Step 1
    1. Check for warnings in the configuration panel.
    Reduce the Risk of Hitting Performance Issues or Governor Limits When Doing a Get Records Step 2
    1. Adjust queries or limits based on the provided recommendations.

    11. Send Emails With Attachments Using the Send Email Action

    With this update, admins can configure flows to send emails with attachments directly through the Send Email action. This is a game-changer for customer support processes, marketing campaigns, or any workflow requiring detailed communication.

    It highlights the future of marketing Salesforce by focusing on enhanced user communication.

    Steps to Use:

    1. Open your flow in Flow Builder.
    2. Add a Send Email action and configure the recipient, subject, and body.
    3. Attach files under the Attachments section before saving.
    Send Emails With Attachments Using the Send Email Action

    12. Create a New Flow With Minimal Clicks

    Creating flows is now faster and more intuitive. Admins can launch the flow creation process with fewer clicks, saving time and encouraging the adoption of automation tools like Einstein GPT and AI Agents.

    This feature supports the Salesforce Foundations of simplicity and innovation, enabling teams to build effective workflows effortlessly.

    Steps to Use:

    1. Navigate to Setup > Flow Builder.
    Create a New Flow With Minimal Clicks Step 1
    1. Click New Flow and select the desired flow type.
    Create a New Flow With Minimal Clicks Step 2
    Create a New Flow With Minimal Clicks Step 3
    1. Begin designing your flow immediately.
    Create a New Flow With Minimal Clicks Step 4

    13. Guide Users Through Your Screens With Built-In Progress Indicators

    Progress indicators are now built into flow screens, offering users a visual guide to their current steps. This improves the user experience, especially for multi-step flows, and ensures seamless navigation.

    By enhancing usability, this feature demonstrates the future of Salesforce as a leader in user-centric design.

    Steps to Use:

    1. Open your flow in Flow Builder.
    2. Enable Progress Indicators in the screen settings.
    3. Customize the steps as needed.

    14. Invoke a Subflow From a Prompt Flow

    Admins can call a subflow directly from a prompt flow, improving flexibility and reducing redundancy. This update enhances the future scope of Salesforce automation by enabling more modular and scalable solutions.

    Whether you’re configuring an Einstein Bot or complex workflows, this feature makes integration more efficient.

    Steps to Use:

    1. Open your flow in Flow Builder.
    Invoke a Subflow From a Prompt Flow Step 1
    1. Add a Subflow element and configure it to call the desired flow.
    Invoke a Subflow From a Prompt Flow Step 2
    1. Map inputs and outputs before activating the flow.
    Invoke a Subflow From a Prompt Flow Step 3

    15. Get a Summary of Your Flow With Einstein

    Einstein AI brings yet another innovative feature to the table: flow summaries. This tool provides an overview of flow configurations, helping admins understand and optimize their automation at a glance.

    As AI tools become integral to the future of Salesforce, features like this reinforce Salesforce’s commitment to empowering admins.

    Steps to Use:

    1. Open a flow in Flow Builder.
    Get a Summary of Your Flow With Einstein Step 1
    1. Click on the Einstein Summary tab in the toolbar.
    Get a Summary of Your Flow With Einstein Step 2
    1. Review the insights to optimize your flow.
    Get a Summary of Your Flow With Einstein Step 3

    Winding Up

    The Salesforce Spring ’25 Release Features for Admins showcase an impressive lineup of tools and updates designed to enhance usability, improve automation, and streamline workflows. With features like Einstein GPT, enhanced flow capabilities, and intuitive permission management, Salesforce continues to lead the way in innovation.

    Salesforce future growth promises even more opportunities for admins and users alike. Whether you’re exploring new possibilities with Agentforce or leveraging Salesforce Certification to advance your career, these updates are a glimpse into the exciting future scope of Salesforce.

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