Agent skill

Platform Custom Tab Generate

by forcedotcom in forcedotcom/sf-skills

A skill your agent uses when users need to create or configure Salesforce Custom Tabs.

Apache-2.0Auto-check passedSales & Support

Install Platform Custom Tab Generate

skills CLI
$ npx skills add forcedotcom/sf-skills --skill platform-custom-tab-generate -a claude-code

Project install by default; add -g for ~/.claude/skills/.

GitHub CLI
$ gh skill install forcedotcom/sf-skills platform-custom-tab-generate --agent claude-code

Project scope by default; add --scope user for a personal install. Needs GitHub CLI 2.90.0 or later (public preview).

Manual copy
$ git clone --depth 1 https://github.com/forcedotcom/sf-skills.git skills-src && mkdir -p .claude/skills && cp -r skills-src/skills/platform-custom-tab-generate .claude/skills/platform-custom-tab-generate && rm -rf skills-src

Use ~/.claude/skills/ instead of .claude/skills for a personal install. The folder must contain SKILL.md.

Claude Code skills documentation · loads skills from .claude/skills/

Facts

Skill name
platform-custom-tab-generate
GitHub stars
1.1k
Token cost
~1.8k tokens
SKILL.md length
608 words
Files
1
Skills in repo
251
Repo updated
First seen
Licence
Apache-2.0

At a glance

A skill your agent uses when users need to create or configure Salesforce Custom Tabs.

  • Users need to create
  • SKILL.md covers When to Use This Skill, Specification, Overview and Purpose, plus 6 more sections
  • Reaches soap.sforce.com
  • Configure Salesforce Custom Tabs

What it does

Platform Custom Tab Generate is an agent skill from forcedotcom/sf-skills. Use this skill when users need to create or configure Salesforce Custom Tabs. Trigger when users mention tabs, navigation tabs, object tabs, web tabs, Visualforce tabs, Lightning component tabs, app page tabs, or tab configuration. Also use when users want to add navigation to custom objects, create tabs for external content, or set up Lightning page tabs. Always use this skill for any custom tab work.

Its SKILL.md is about 1.8k tokens, which your agent loads only when the skill is triggered. It is a single SKILL.md file with no bundled scripts.

It sits in Sales & Support, covering CRM management. It works with Salesforce. The repository describes itself as: Salesforce's curated collection of agent skills for building applications. Optimized for Agentforce Vibes, compatible with all AI tools. The licence is Apache-2.0.

When your agent uses it

  • Users need to create
  • Configure Salesforce Custom Tabs
  • Users mention tabs
  • Navigation tabs

Example prompts

  • “/platform-custom-tab-generate”

What it can do on your machine

Read from SKILL.md and the folder at commit e5164d9. It shows what the files ask for, not the result of running them.

  • Tool permissions

    Pre-approves nothing: there is no allowed-tools line, so your agent's usual permission prompts apply.

    From allowed-tools in the SKILL.md frontmatter.

  • Runs code

    No scripts in the folder and no shell commands in SKILL.md (its code samples are xml).

    From the folder's file list and the shell code blocks in SKILL.md.

  • Network

    Hosts in commands or code, which the agent is likely to contact:

    • soap.sforce.com

    From URLs in SKILL.md, links to its own repository left out.

  • Credentials

    Names no API keys, tokens, secrets or passwords.

    From names ending in _API_KEY, _TOKEN, _SECRET, _KEY or _PASSWORD in SKILL.md.

Context cost

Platform Custom Tab Generate loads about 1.8k tokens when it runs. Until then it costs about 109 tokens; SKILL.md has 608 words of instructions outside code blocks.

Always · name and description, kept in context so the agent knows when to use it
~109
When it runs · the whole SKILL.md, loaded when a task matches
~1.8k

Estimates: characters ÷ 4, the usual rule of thumb; real counts depend on the model's tokenizer. Scripts and assets cost tokens only if the agent reads them.

Safety

Auto-check passed

The automated check found no risky patterns in SKILL.md.

Automated static check — not a guarantee. Review scripts before installing. It scans the text of SKILL.md for risky patterns (piping downloads into a shell, reading credential files, hidden Unicode, destructive commands); files beside SKILL.md are not scanned.

SKILL.md

The full file from forcedotcom/sf-skills at commit e5164d9, republished under its Apache-2.0 licence (© forcedotcom). 608 words, ~1,786 tokens.

Download SKILL.mdSave it as .claude/skills/platform-custom-tab-generate/SKILL.md (or your agent's skills folder).
name
platform-custom-tab-generate
description
Use this skill when users need to create or configure Salesforce Custom Tabs. Trigger when users mention tabs, navigation tabs, object tabs, web tabs, Visualforce tabs, Lightning component tabs, app page tabs, or tab configuration. Also use when users want to add navigation to custom objects, create tabs for external content, or set up Lightning page tabs. Always use this skill for any custom tab work.
metadata.version
1.0
metadata.domains
Platform
metadata.minApiVersion
60.0

When to Use This Skill

Use this skill when you need to:

  • Create tabs for objects, web pages, or Visualforce pages
  • Add navigation tabs to applications
  • Configure tab visibility and access
  • Troubleshoot deployment errors related to custom tabs

Specification

CustomTab Metadata Specification

Overview

Custom tabs for navigating to objects, web content, or Visualforce pages within Salesforce applications.

Purpose

  • Provide navigation to custom objects
  • Link to external web content
  • Access Visualforce pages
  • Organize application navigation

Required Properties

Core Tab Properties
  • customObject: true for custom object tabs, false for all others.
  • motif: Tab icon style — choose a motif that semantically matches the object's purpose. Do NOT reuse the same motif for every tab.
  • label: Display name (required for non-object tabs ONLY; object tabs inherit label from the object)
  • url: Web URL (for web tabs)
  • page: Visualforce page name (for Visualforce tabs)
STRICT ELEMENT ALLOWLIST — READ THIS FIRST

The root element MUST always be <CustomTab> (NOT <Tab>). The XML namespace must be xmlns="http://soap.sforce.com/2006/04/metadata".

Only the elements listed below are valid. Any element not on this list WILL cause a deployment error.

Tab TypeONLY these elements are allowed (nothing else)
Object tabs<customObject> (required, set to true), <motif> (required), <description> (optional)
Web tabs<customObject> (required, set to false), <label> (required), <motif> (required), <url> (required), <urlEncodingKey> (required, set to UTF-8), <description> (optional), <frameHeight> (optional)
Visualforce tabs<customObject> (required, set to false), <label> (required), <motif> (required), <page> (required), <description> (optional)
FORBIDDEN ELEMENTS (every one of these causes a deployment error)

<sobjectName>, <name>, <fullName>, <apiVersion>, <isHidden>, <tabVisibility>, <type>, <mobileReady>, <urlFrameHeight>, <urlType>, <urlRedirect>, <encodingKey>, <height>, <auraComponent>

Also forbidden:

  • <label> on object tabs (object tabs inherit their label from the custom object)
  • <page> on web tabs (only for Visualforce tabs)
  • Empty elements like <page></page> or <description></description>
  • Any element not in the allowlist table above

Tab Types

Object Tabs
  • Purpose: Navigate to custom or standard objects
  • File name determines the object: {ObjectApiName}.tab-meta.xml (e.g., Space_Station__c.tab-meta.xml)
  • Required elements: <customObject>true</customObject> and <motif>
  • Correct example (for a Space_Station__c.tab-meta.xml):
xml
<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?>
<CustomTab xmlns="http://soap.sforce.com/2006/04/metadata">
    <customObject>true</customObject>
    <motif>Custom39: Telescope</motif>
</CustomTab>
  • Correct example (for a Supply__c.tab-meta.xml — note different motif):
xml
<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?>
<CustomTab xmlns="http://soap.sforce.com/2006/04/metadata">
    <customObject>true</customObject>
    <motif>Custom98: Truck</motif>
</CustomTab>
  • WRONG — do NOT add <sobjectName>, <name>, <fullName>, or <label>:
xml
<CustomTab xmlns="http://soap.sforce.com/2006/04/metadata">
    <sobjectName>Space_Station__c</sobjectName>  <!-- DEPLOYMENT ERROR -->
    <label>Space Station</label>                  <!-- DEPLOYMENT ERROR on object tabs -->
    <customObject>true</customObject>
    <motif>Custom57: Desert</motif>
</CustomTab>
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Web Tabs
  • Purpose: Link to external websites or web applications
  • File name: Use a descriptive name: {TabName}.tab-meta.xml (e.g., Knowledge_Base.tab-meta.xml)
  • COPY THIS EXACT TEMPLATE — only replace the placeholder values. Do NOT add, remove, or rename any XML elements:
xml
<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?>
<CustomTab xmlns="http://soap.sforce.com/2006/04/metadata">
    <customObject>false</customObject>
    <description>REPLACE_WITH_DESCRIPTION</description>
    <frameHeight>600</frameHeight>
    <label>REPLACE_WITH_LABEL</label>
    <motif>REPLACE_WITH_MOTIF</motif>
    <url>REPLACE_WITH_URL</url>
    <urlEncodingKey>UTF-8</urlEncodingKey>
</CustomTab>
  • These 7 elements above are the ONLY elements allowed in a web tab file. Do not add ANY other elements.
  • The <description> element is optional — you may remove it if not needed, but do not add anything else.
Visualforce Tabs
  • Purpose: Access custom Visualforce pages
  • File name: {TabName}.tab-meta.xml (e.g., Custom_Page_Tab.tab-meta.xml)
  • Required elements: <customObject>false</customObject>, <label>, <motif>, <page>
  • Correct example:
xml
<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?>
<CustomTab xmlns="http://soap.sforce.com/2006/04/metadata">
    <customObject>false</customObject>
    <label>Custom Page</label>
    <motif>Custom46: Computer</motif>
    <page>CustomPage</page>
</CustomTab>

Tab Configuration

Tab Style
  • Default: Use standard tab styling
  • Custom: Can specify custom tab styles if needed
Tab Visibility
  • Default: Visible to all users with access
  • Custom: Can be configured for specific user profiles

Supported Applications

  • Standard Apps: Available in standard Salesforce applications
  • Custom Apps: Can be included in custom applications
  • Community Apps: Available in community applications

Integration Points

  • Object Relationships: Links to related object records
  • Web Content: External website integration
  • Visualforce Pages: Custom page functionality
  • Lightning Components: Modern component integration

Best Practices

  • Use clear, descriptive tab labels
  • Choose appropriate tab types for functionality
  • Select a unique, contextually relevant motif for each tab — do not default every tab to the same icon
  • Consider user experience and navigation flow
  • Test tab functionality across different applications
  • Ensure proper permissions and visibility settings
  • Follow consistent naming conventions
  • Object tab files MUST only contain <customObject>true</customObject> and <motif> — nothing else
  • Web tab files MUST only contain: <customObject>false</customObject>, <label>, <motif>, <url>, <urlEncodingKey>, and optionally <description>, <frameHeight> — nothing else
  • Never include <isHidden>, <tabVisibility>, <type>, <mobileReady>, or empty elements

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Files

Just SKILL.md in skills/platform-custom-tab-generate of forcedotcom/sf-skills.

Open the folder on GitHubat commit e5164d9

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Questions about Platform Custom Tab Generate

What does Platform Custom Tab Generate do?

A skill your agent uses when users need to create or configure Salesforce Custom Tabs. Platform Custom Tab Generate is an agent skill from forcedotcom/sf-skills. Use this skill when users need to create or configure Salesforce Custom Tabs.

When should I use Platform Custom Tab Generate?

Platform Custom Tab Generate fits situations like: users need to create; configure Salesforce Custom Tabs; users mention tabs; navigation tabs.

How do I install Platform Custom Tab Generate in Claude Code?

Run `npx skills add forcedotcom/sf-skills --skill platform-custom-tab-generate -a claude-code`. Or copy the skill folder (skills/platform-custom-tab-generate in forcedotcom/sf-skills) into .claude/skills/platform-custom-tab-generate in your project. Claude Code loads it when a task matches its description.

How do I install Platform Custom Tab Generate in Codex?

Run `npx skills add forcedotcom/sf-skills --skill platform-custom-tab-generate -a codex`. Or copy the skill folder (skills/platform-custom-tab-generate in forcedotcom/sf-skills) into .agents/skills/platform-custom-tab-generate in your project. Codex loads it when a task matches its description.

Can I use Platform Custom Tab Generate in Cursor, Gemini CLI or GitHub Copilot?

Cursor, Gemini CLI, GitHub Copilot and OpenCode also load SKILL.md folders. With the skills CLI, run `npx skills add forcedotcom/sf-skills --skill platform-custom-tab-generate -a cursor` (or -a gemini-cli, github-copilot or opencode for the others). To copy it by hand, put the folder in .cursor/skills/platform-custom-tab-generate, .gemini/skills/platform-custom-tab-generate, .github/skills/platform-custom-tab-generate and .opencode/skills/platform-custom-tab-generate in your project.

What does Platform Custom Tab Generate need to run?

SKILL.md names no scripts, command-line tools or credentials: Platform Custom Tab Generate is instructions for the agent only.

Does Platform Custom Tab Generate access the network?

SKILL.md names 1 domain. In commands or code: soap.sforce.com; the agent is likely to contact it when it follows the instructions. This is read from the text; nothing was executed.

Is Platform Custom Tab Generate safe to install?

Our automated static check of SKILL.md found no risky patterns, such as piping downloads into a shell, reading credential files or hidden Unicode. It is not a guarantee. Review the folder before installing.

What licence does Platform Custom Tab Generate use?

Platform Custom Tab Generate is published under the Apache-2.0 licence (the repository's licence). It allows redistribution, so the full SKILL.md is shown on this page.

How many tokens does Platform Custom Tab Generate use?

About 1.8k tokens (SKILL.md is roughly 7.1k characters). Agents keep only the skill's name and description in context until a task matches; then they load SKILL.md in full.

What are the alternatives to Platform Custom Tab Generate?

Skills that share tags, products or a category with Platform Custom Tab Generate: Soql Lib Query Builder (beyond-the-cloud-dev/soql-lib, 154 stars), Sf Datacloud (Jaganpro/sf-skills, 424 stars), Soql Lib Selector (beyond-the-cloud-dev/soql-lib, 154 stars) and Dev Setup (Portwood-Global-Solutions/Portwood, 125 stars). The comparison table on this page puts their stars, adoption, token cost, safety result and licence side by side.

Who maintains Platform Custom Tab Generate?

forcedotcom (a GitHub organization) maintains it in forcedotcom/sf-skills, which has 1,060 GitHub stars. The repository holds 251 skills in this directory. The repository was last updated on October 7, 2026.

Source: forcedotcom/sf-skills on GitHub. Facts on this page come from the repository at the commit we read; the author's words are quoted as theirs.