Workday Navigation

Quick Reference Guide

Objective or Task

Navigate the Workday landing page and worker profile to access tasks, apps, and employee information.

Instructions

Navigate the Workday Landing Page

  1. Open Workday.
  2. Use the Global Navigation Menu to view all available applications.
  3. Select the UofL icon to return to the Workday homepage.
  4. Use the Search Bar to find tasks, reports, or people.
  5. Select the Notifications icon to view alerts.
  6. Select the Inbox icon to view tasks awaiting action.
  7. Select the Profile icon to access your worker profile.
  8. Select View All Apps to see a full list of available applications.

Use Landing Page Cards

  1. Review Awaiting Action to see tasks requiring completion.
  2. Review Announcements for role‑based updates.
  3. Review View All Apps to access frequently used apps.
  4. Review Your Team if you supervise employees.
  5. Review Timely Suggestions for active item reminders.
  6. Review Recommended for You for role‑based resources.

Access the Worker Profile

  1. Select the Profile icon in the navigation bar.
  2. Select View Profile.
  3. Review the worker profile dashboard for employee information.

Find Pay, Compensation, and History

  1. Select the Compensation tab to view compensation information.
  2. Select the Pay tab to view paychecks.
  3. Select Job.
  4. Select More.
  5. Select Worker History to view completed and in‑progress processes.

Outcome

You can successfully navigate the Workday landing page and worker profile to find tasks, access applications, and view employee information.

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