How to Create a New User on Windows 11

Creating a new user account on Windows 11 allows multiple people to use the same computer while keeping their files and settings separate. Follow these steps to create a new user account:

Step 1: Open Settings

  1. Click on the Start menu (Windows icon) at the bottom-left corner of your screen.
  2. Click on the Settings icon (gear icon). Alternatively, you can press Win + I on your keyboard to open the Settings app directly.

Step 2: Navigate to Accounts

  1. In the Settings app, click on Accounts in the left-hand sidebar.

Step 3: Access Family & Other Users

  1. In the Accounts settings, click on Family & other users.

Step 4: Add a New User

  1. Under the Other users section, click on Add account.

Step 5: Add a Microsoft Account or Local Account

  1. A new window will appear asking you to sign in with a Microsoft account. If you want to create a new Microsoft account user, enter the email address associated with the Microsoft account and follow the on-screen instructions.
  2. To create a local user account, click on I don't have this person's sign-in information.
  3. Click on Add a user without a Microsoft account.

Step 6: Enter User Information

  1. Enter the username for the new user account.
  2. Enter and confirm a password for the account.
  3. Enter a password hint to help you remember the password.
  4. Click Next to create the new user account.

Step 7: Assign Account Type

  1. By default, the new user account is created as a Standard User.
  2. If you want to change the account type to Administrator, click on the new user account under the Other users section.
  3. Click on Change account type.
  4. In the Account type dropdown menu, select Administrator and click OK.

Additional Tips

  • Family Safety Features: If you are adding a family member, you can use Microsoft's family safety features to manage screen time, app usage, and more. To add a family member, click on Add a family member under the Your family section in the Family & other users settings.
  • Switching Users: To switch between user accounts, click on the Start menu, click on your profile icon, and select the user account you want to switch to.

Conclusion

You have successfully created a new user account on your Windows 11 computer. This allows multiple people to use the same device while keeping their files and settings separate. Whether you are creating an account for a family member, a friend, or a colleague, Windows 11 makes it easy to manage multiple user accounts.


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