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A "custom record" in NetSuite refers to a user-defined record type created to meet unique business needs. This flexibility allows organizations to tailor the NetSuite environment to better fit their specific processes and data requirements. Custom records enable users to capture information that is not handled by standard record types provided by NetSuite.

By using custom records, businesses can define their own fields, forms, and workflows, ensuring that the data they manage is relevant to their operations. This customization can help streamline business processes and improve data management by allowing for the creation of specialized datasets that reflect the unique aspects of the organization.

On the other hand, records that are automatically generated by the system or standard NetSuite record types do not offer the same level of customization that custom records do. Custom records also can be modified by users with appropriate permissions, not solely administrators, which differentiates them from other more rigid record types.