How to create new user account on windows 10
Creating a new user account on Windows 10 is a straightforward process. Here's a step-by-step guide:
Method 1: Create a new user account from the Settings app
- Click on the Start button () and select the Settings icon (gear icon).
- Click on "Accounts" from the Settings window.
- Click on "Family & other users" from the left menu.
- Click on "Add someone else to this PC" at the bottom of the window.
- Click on "I don't have this person's sign-in information" and then click on "Add a new user".
- Enter the new user's name, email address, and password. You can also add a password hint if you want.
- Choose whether you want to set up the new user's account as a standard user or an administrator.
- Click on "Next" and then click on "Finish" to create the new user account.
Method 2: Create a new user account from the User Accounts window
- Press the Windows key + X and select "User Accounts" from the menu.
- Click on "Manage another account" and then click on "Add a new user".
- Enter the new user's name, email address, and password. You can also add a password hint if you want.
- Choose whether you want to set up the new user's account as a standard user or an administrator.
- Click on "Create account" to create the new user account.
Method 3: Create a new user account during the Windows 10 setup process
If you're setting up Windows 10 for the first time, you'll be prompted to create a new user account during the setup process. Just follow the prompts to create a new user account.
Tips and Variations
- You can also create a new user account using the Command Prompt or PowerShell. To do this, open the Command Prompt or PowerShell as an administrator and type the following command:
net user <username> *
. - If you want to create a new user account with administrator privileges, you'll need to use the "Run as administrator" option when creating the account.
- You can also create a new user account using the Microsoft Account (MSA) option. This will allow the new user to sign in with their Microsoft account credentials.
- If you're creating a new user account for a child or someone who doesn't have a Microsoft account, you can use the "Local account" option instead.