How to Access Work Profile on Android

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If the organization or company you work for supports work profiles, your IT department should have provided you details on how to access and use that work profile. This wikiHow will teach you how to access a work profile that's already on your phone or tablet. [1]

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    Swipe down from the top of your screen to access the quick panel, and tap the gear icon to open Settings. You'll also be able to find the gear app icon in your app drawer.
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    If you have a work profile, it will be listed under "Work".
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    Once you've accessed the work profile, all the apps with the briefcase icon on them will be available for you to use. [2]
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      References

      1. ↑ https://developer.android.com/work/managed-profiles
      2. ↑ https://support.google.com/work/android/answer/6191949?hl=en

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      1. Open Settings.
      2. Tap Accounts .
      3. Tap the work profile to launch it.

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