For the replace option on the picklist field, the new value I'm changing to has some automation that would normally run. If I replace the value, then I don't want that automation to run. Do I have to disable it first, or do Apex Triggers/Flows not run when the replace option is chosen?

I have a custom search Visualforce page (not tied to a specific object). I would like a seperate tab just for this custom search. Is there anyway to create a tab (not link to an object) from a Visualforce page?

 

If not what is the best way to get the link somewhere in the UI where it is easily accessible? Thanks