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Automatically log into Workflow
The default method of logging in to Workflow, and the only method available immediately after a new installation, is manually. However, the system can be configured to allow automatic login, in which case the steps for logging in are those outlined in this procedure.

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- Get Started Guide
  - Installation Requirements
  - Pre-Installation Consideration
  - Installation Procedures
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  - Deploy the Web Task List
  - Log On Overview
    - Log On Overview
      After installing Workflow, the primary administrator user configured during installation can manually log into the program and configure system security. As part of this process, additional users are specified and log in mode and authentication method are established.
    - Log on to Workflow client
      You can log on to the Workflow client in one of two ways: automatic and manual. This procedure outlines the steps to manually log into the system.
    - Automatically log into Workflow
      The default method of logging in to Workflow, and the only method available immediately after a new installation, is manually. However, the system can be configured to allow automatic login, in which case the steps for logging in are those outlined in this procedure.
    - GE Single Sign On (SSO)
      You can configure Workflow to use GE Single Sign On (SSO) authentication when your users log on to the Workflow client.
    - Authentication
      The Workflow Login dialog box is used to log in to Workflow.
  - Post-Installation Configuration
  - Upgrade Workflow
  - Install a Reporting Database
  - Terminal Server
  - ActiveX Task Controls
  - Workflow Task Client
  - Installation Security

Automatically log into Workflow

The default method of logging in to Workflow, and the only method available immediately after a new installation, is manually. However, the system can be configured to allow automatic login, in which case the steps for logging in are those outlined in this procedure.

Before you begin

To log in to Workflow, the system must be in a state of either Complete or Partial health. For more information, see System Health and Program Use.

Prerequisites: Configure automatic login

Procedure

Launch the Workflow client using either the Start menu or desktop icon.
If automatic login is enabled and configured, the user credentials are authenticated and the Workflow client appears.
If applicable, launch additional sessions of Workflow.
If you log out of any session for any reason, the Login dialog box appears. Click Auto Login to log in again with the appropriate credentials.