How to create new account in windows 10
Creating a new account in Windows 10 is a straightforward process. Here are the steps:
Method 1: Create a new account during the initial setup
- When you first set up your Windows 10 device, you'll be prompted to create a user account.
- Click on "Create a new account" and follow the prompts to create a new user account.
- Enter your name, password, and other account information as prompted.
- Choose a user account type: "Standard user" or "Administrator". Standard user accounts have limited permissions, while Administrator accounts have full control over the system.
- Click "Next" to create the account.
Method 2: Create a new account from the Settings app
- Go to the Start menu and click on the "Settings" icon (or press the Windows key + I).
- Click on "Accounts" in the Settings window.
- Click on "Family & other users" from the left menu.
- Click on "Add someone else to this PC" or "Add a new user".
- Enter the new user's name, email address, and password.
- Choose a user account type: "Standard user" or "Administrator".
- Click "Next" to create the account.
Method 3: Create a new account from the User Accounts control panel
- Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box.
- Type "control userpasswords2" and press Enter.
- Click on "Manage another account" and then "Add a new user".
- Enter the new user's name, password, and other account information as prompted.
- Choose a user account type: "Standard user" or "Administrator".
- Click "Create" to create the account.
Additional tips:
- You can also create a new account using the "Microsoft account" option, which allows you to use your Microsoft account credentials to sign in to your Windows 10 device.
- If you're creating a new account for a child or a family member, you can set up Family Safety features to restrict their access to certain apps, games, and websites.
- You can also create a new account using the "Local account" option, which allows you to create a new user account without linking it to a Microsoft account.