Salesforce Certified Data Architecture Practice Test

What is an advantage of using Custom metadata type over Custom setting?

1. Custom metadata records are not copied from production to sandbox

2. Custom metadata types are available for reporting

3. Custom metadata records are deployable using packages

4. Custom metadata records are editable in Apex

The correct answer is: Custom metadata records are deployable using packages

Using Custom metadata types offers the significant advantage of deployability through packages, which is why this option stands out. When you create Custom metadata types, you can define and deploy the data model along with the records that belong to it in a managed package. This is particularly beneficial for developers who want to move configuration data between different Salesforce environments (such as from a development to a production environment) without manual intervention. In contrast, custom settings cannot be packaged in the same way. They have different use cases and limitations that affect their usability in various environments. The ability to deploy Custom metadata records means that existing configurations and metadata can be easily transferred, ensuring that the environments remain in sync and reducing the risk of errors during setup. This deployability enhances productivity and consistency across Salesforce environments, as teams can version control their metadata and easily move changes from one environment to another without needing to recreate records by hand.