If you’re using Windows 10, then you may have noticed that the user name displayed in the Start Menu and other places isn’t necessarily the same as your computer’s login name. This is because Windows 10 allows users to customize their user names without changing their actual account name. Changing your user name in Windows 10 is a simple process that only takes a few steps.
Instructions for updating the username on a Windows 10 device using a Microsoft Account
Changing your username in Windows 10 when signed in using a Microsoft Account can be difficult to achieve without taking specific steps. The Windows 10 operating system does not seem to include the ability to replace a user’s full name with a username, an option that is available when using a local user account. Fortunately, it is possible to change your Microsoft Account name online, allowing you to set the username you want displayed instead of your full name.
In order to make this change, simply open the Start Menu and click on Settings. Then, select Accounts followed by Your account. To change your name, simply click on the “Edit name” link on this page and enter the name you want. Don’t forget the save your changes. The name used to send emails from that email ID will remain consistent. Bear in mind that signing into Windows also requires you to sign-in with your existing Microsoft Account information such as username and password, so any changes made may require you to sign out and back in again for them to take effect.
One method to modify the name of a local user account is through the Control Panel
The process of changing your local user account name in Control Panel is simpler compared to changing your Microsoft account name in Windows 10. This method allows you to quickly and easily adjust the username that appears on the login screen. In order to do this, all you need to do is press Windows key + X, then click on Control Panel from the “Win + X” menu. After doing that, click on Change account type under User Accounts and select your local account. Then you will be presented with an option to change the usernames. Once you type in a new name for your local user account, click on Change Name button and it’s done!
The advantage of changing the local user account name from Control Panel instead of from Microsoft accounts is that it won’t affect any tied services like emails, contacts and other items associated with that Microsoft Account. Thus, it makes it much easier to keep your data safe while also offering maximum flexibility when it comes to managing multiple accounts with different names. Furthermore, having easy access to this feature makes sure that anyone can control their use profiles without ever worrying about potential security risks or identity theft related issues.
Utilize the Local Users and Groups
Modifying your user profile through changing the account name in Windows 10’s Local Users and Groups is a useful and straightforward process. The process is quite simple – open the Run command (Windows+R) and enter ‘lusrmgr.msc’ in the box, then hit OK to open the Local Users and Groups window. From there, open the Users folder, double-click on the user you want to change, enter a new name into the Full Name field and click OK. With these steps completed, you can now easily change your account name on Windows 10’s sign-in screen quickly and securely.
Besides changing your account name, it’s also important to remember to set a password for your user account in order to add an extra layer of protection for your PC. Most people would simply choose one of their default passwords for convenience, but it’s always best practice to set something separate from other accounts that may have access to sensitive information or files. With that said, by following these steps carefully and making sure you have an adequate password setup when necessary, you can rest assured knowing that your data remains safe with an updated account name within Windows 10.
One can switch their account type in Windows 10 by using the Command Prompt
The command prompt has been a useful resource for Windows users for decades now. It allows advanced functions on the computer to be carried out using simple commands, either through an automated script or written in a single line by the user themselves. This can be especially handy when managing user accounts on your PC and setting their access type, as you don’t have to go through lengthy configurations in the GUI settings. This method is both quicker and less prone to error or accidental mistakes that will disrupt the system.
To use it in Windows 10, you will first need to input ‘command prompt’ into the Start menu search bar. From there, you can select the option labeled ‘Run as administrator’ instead of launching it directly. Doing this will give you access with elevated permissions and allow certain commands that are blocked from regular users. With this power, you can easily change how other accounts behave on your computer by simply typing in one of several different commands available for such tasks.
To modify your account type on Windows 10, access the Settings menu
Changing the account type on Windows 10 from the Settings panel is a straightforward process that can be completed with only a few steps. First, you need to open up the Settings app by pressing Windows Key + I. Then, select Accounts from the sidebar and choose Family & other additional users. This will open up a list of all accounts registered under this computer, including guest accounts and any Microsoft accounts associated with it. You can select an account to edit its privileges; in this case, you’ll want to change it from Standard User to either Administrator or Child permission levels.
Once you’ve selected an account to edit, click Change Account Type located at the top right corner of the window. Depending on your user types, you may find yourself presented with different options such as Regular User or Administrator (or something else). Be sure to confirm your selection before moving forward with any changes so they’re applied accurately. Once you’ve gone through this process for all users’ accounts on your system, Windows 10 will run securely and according to each user’s applicable permissions.
Windows 10 Standard User vs. Administrator: What’s the Difference?
The main difference between a Standard user and Administrator account on Windows 10 is the access they have to different areas of the system. With an Administrator account, users have unrestricted access to settings and features that impact the whole computer. This allows them to make changes as needed, such as creating new user accounts or installing software on their machine.
On the other hand, a Standard user does not have that same level of access. Their ability to make changes on the computer is limited to things that do not affect other users or the system in general. They cannot, for example, install programs or change settings related to security. Additionally, existing applications which require administrator rights cannot be run from a Standard account so this must be done by someone with an Administrator account. This setup can be beneficial when there are multiple people using the same machine who should not have full control over all aspects of it.
