When does provisional member access begin for a user?

Provisional member access begins when a user is shared to a Smartsheet asset. This is because sharing creates a direct link between the user and the specific asset, granting them access and the ability to interact with the shared content. It's important to understand that the sharing action is what generates the provisional status, allowing them limited access without requiring a full membership.

The other options involve steps in the process of user access management but don't trigger provisional access. For instance, merely requesting a membership or the creation of a user account does not mean the user has access to any specific assets. Additionally, assigning the user type of provisional does not initiate access either; it is the action of sharing that activates the provisional member's ability to view and work with shared items within Smartsheet.