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How Do I Change My Local Account Name on Microsoft 10?

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You can change your local account name on Windows 10 by following these steps:

  1. Open Settings: Click the Start menu and select Settings.
  2. Go to Accounts: Click on Accounts.
  3. Select Your Account: In the left pane, click on Your info.
  4. Change Account Name: Click on "Rename this PC".
  5. Enter New Name: Enter the new name you want for your account in the pop-up window.
  6. Confirm Changes: Click "Next" and then "Restart Now".

After restarting your computer, your local account name will be changed.

Important Note: Changing your local account name will not affect your Microsoft account. It will only change the name associated with your local user profile on your computer.

Examples:

  • You can change your account name from "John Doe" to "John.Doe" or "JD".
  • You can also change your account name to a more descriptive name, such as "Work Account" or "Home Computer".

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