Streamlining Operations: Connecting Flows to Apex Methods in Salesforce

 Introduction:

Salesforce is a powerful platform that allows developers to create robust applications and automate business processes. One of the key features is the ability to use record-triggered flows to streamline and automate complex workflows. In this blog post, we'll explore how to seamlessly integrate record-triggered flows with Apex methods, enabling you to run custom code for even more sophisticated automation.

How to Connect Apex to Flow ?

To connect an Apex method to a flow, you need to annotate the methods within the Apex class with @InvocableMethod. Specify the label, description, and category for your method as follows:  

@InvocableMethod(label = 'Enter_label_to_Invoke' description = 'Provide_your_description'
 category = 'Object_name')

After defining the Apex method, you can link it to your flow by creating an action within the flow. Specify the Apex method label in the action configuration to establish the connection between the Apex class and the flow.

Step 1: Define Your Apex Class

Start by creating an Apex class that contains the methods you want to invoke from the Flow. Ensure that the class is declared as global or public so that it can be accessed by the Flow.

In the Apex class, annotate the method with @InvocableMethod. This annotation allows the method to be invoked by a Flow.

Step 2: Connect Apex to flow

By creating the Action we can Connect the Apex method to flow by Entering the label name of apex in flow 

Conclusion :

Connecting flows to Apex methods in Salesforce provides a powerful synergy that combines the simplicity of declarative tools with the flexibility of programmatic capabilities. By following the steps outlined in this blog post, you can enhance your Salesforce implementation, streamline operations, and build a more maintainable and scalable solution. Embrace the best of both worlds to create a robust and efficient Salesforce experience for your users.