How do I change the default value for a picklist field?

How do I change the default value for a picklist field?

You can change the default value for a picklist field by editing the picklist field.

Follow these steps to edit the picklist field:
  1. Click Setup > Customization > Modules.
  2. Select the desired module from the Module List View. Say Leads.
  3. Click the Create & Edit Fields button.
  4. Move your mouse over the field you want to edit. 
  5. Click Settings > Edit Properties. 
          
      6. Choose the desired default value. 
      7. Click Done.
      8. Click Save Layout. 
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