Make REST API Calls with Salesforce Inspector Extension

In this blog post, we will explore the Salesforce Inspector Extension, a powerful tool that facilitates the process of making REST API calls within the Salesforce environment. Whether you’re a seasoned Salesforce developer or just starting with the platform, this extension can significantly enhance your workflow and streamline your API interactions.

1. Click on the extension icon

2. Open your browser’s F12 Developer Tools and select the Console tab to make your own API calls.

3. Execute the code in console ( copy & paste the code and hit enter )

GET ACCOUNTS

display(sfConn.rest("/services/data/v56.0/query/?q=" + encodeURIComponent("select Id, Name from Account ")));

display(sfConn.rest("/services/data/v56.0/query/?q=" + encodeURIComponent("select Id, Name from Account where CreatedDate = THIS_YEAR")));

CREATE A NEW ACCOUNT

var myNewAccount = {Name: "Techno HUB"};

display(sfConn.rest("/services/data/v56.0/sobjects/Account", {method: "POST", body: myNewAccount}));

UPDATE ACCOUNT

var accUpdates = {"Name":"Test1001", "Phone":"1234567890"};

display(sfConn.rest("/services/data/v56.0/sobjects/Account/0015j00001Sx75XAAR", {method: "PATCH", body: accUpdates}));

DELETE ACCOUNT

display(sfConn.rest("/services/data/v56.0/sobjects/Account/0015j00001SwaARAAZ", {method: "DELETE"}));