Question How to change Windows login name ?

[Wraith_3]

Does anyone know how you change your login name on Windows 11? Supposedly you go through Control Panel/User Accounts and then have an option that says "Change user name". Well I have a big gap there with no option. Anyone know? I'm talking about the name you see when you first start Windows.

 

[csxngii7]

On W11 the account name might be connected to your Microsoft account, so you need to change there.

 

[Ralston18]

Do you have admin rights to the computer in question?

If not, who does? You will need help from that person.

 

[kerberos_20]

you can rename even online (email) name
hit win +R and type in:
control userpasswords2

pick your account there, then just change full name as that one is displayed on login screen...easy

 

[Wraith_3]

you can rename even online (email) name
hit win +R and type in:
control userpasswords2

pick your account there, then just change full name as that one is displayed on login screen...easy

That did it, thanks!

 

[kerberos_20]

In Windows 11, you can change your account's display name, which is the name that appears on the login screen and in the Start menu. However, changing the actual user account name might require more advanced steps and is not recommended for most users, as it can lead to various issues. Here's how you can change the display name:

1. Change Display Name:
   • Click on the "Start" button in the taskbar to open the Start menu.
   • Click on your user profile picture or name at the top of the Start menu.
   • This will open the "Accounts" menu in the Settings app.
2. Access Your Info:
   • In the "Accounts" menu, click on "Your info" on the left sidebar.
3. Edit Your Name:
   • Under the "Your account" section, you'll see your current display name.
   • Click on the "Edit name" link next to your display name.
4. Edit Name Dialog:
   • A dialog box will pop up where you can edit your first name, last name, or both.
   • Make the desired changes to your display name.
5. Save Changes:
   • After editing your name, click the "Next" button.
   • Review the changes in the next window and click the "Confirm" button if everything looks correct.

could be for some older win11 guide, as latest "greatest" win 11 has no such thing.
under your info, i see just take picture, choose a file (with picture?) and then manage my account which opens up accounts.microsoft.com in web page (where you can change display name) and also sign in with local account instead, thats all