Built-In Salesforce Icons You Can Use in Formula Fields
Summary
Salesforce provides a built-in library of classic icons accessible via the /img path, which can be easily embedded in formula fields using the IMAGE() function without extra setup. These icons enable admins and developers to add instant visual indicators to formula fields, list views, reports, and flows. While convenient as a zero-setup shortcut, these image URLs are not officially guaranteed, so for critical uses, the best practice is to store icons in Static Resources or use SLDS icons within LWCs. This approach can enhance UI clarity quickly with minimal effort and deployment complexity.
Takeaways
- Use the IMAGE() function with built-in /img URLs to display icons in formula fields.
- Leverage classic Salesforce icons for quick visual indicators without extra resources.
- For business-critical use, copy icons to Static Resources to ensure availability.
- Document all /img paths used to prepare for future Salesforce updates.
- Limit usage of these icons to simple UI cues, not core business functionality.
Salesforce includes a set of classic, publicly accessible images that are available in every org. Plus, you can directly use them in text formula fields. Since these icons live under the built-in /img path, you can display them with the IMAGE() function. No Static Resources, no uploads, and no extra setup. Below you will find a copy-paste list of these classic icon URLs. Using these built-in Salesforce icons, you can add visual indicators to formula fields, list views, reports, and flows in seconds. List of Some Built-In Salesforce Icons Image Path Image /img/samples/flag_green.gif /img/samples/flag_red.gif /img/samples/flag_yellow.gif /img/samples/color_green.gif /img/samples/color_red.gif /img/samples/color_yellow.gif /img/samples/light_green.gif /img/samples/light_yellow.gif /img/samples/light_red.gif /img/samples/stars_000.gif /img/samples/stars_100.gif /img/samples/stars_200.gif /img/samples/stars_300.gif /img/samples/stars_400.gif /img/samples/stars_500.gif /img/samples/rating1.