How does Salesforce enable automation features when saving a record?

Salesforce provides automation features through various means, and one of the primary methods is by setting triggers in workflows. Workflows allow administrators to specify criteria that, when met, automatically execute actions such as sending emails, updating fields, and creating tasks upon saving a record. This helps streamline processes and ensures efficient handling of data without requiring manual intervention each time a record is saved.

Apex classes can provide automation through more complex logic and operations, but they are typically used for scenarios that require custom functionality beyond what workflows can offer. While the Salesforce Setup menu is essential for accessing tools to set up automation, triggers and workflows themselves are configured within specific settings found under what's available in the Salesforce platform. Automation can occur by default based on certain configurations, but that doesn't mean no setup is required, especially for more defined automation tasks. Using workflows with triggers represents the standard and most direct method to automate actions related to saving records in Salesforce.