Windows 10: Reset Dell Desktop from previous user?

Discus and support Reset Dell Desktop from previous user? in Windows 10 Installation and Upgrade to solve the problem; I have my sisters Dell Desktop with Windows 10 Home Version 1909. How do I wipe all her info off and such as Microsoft account and add mine? I do not... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Installation and Upgrade' started by August Stefkovich, Jun 1, 2025 at 4:32 PM.

  1. Reset Dell Desktop from previous user?


    I have my sisters Dell Desktop with Windows 10 Home Version 1909. How do I wipe all her info off and such as Microsoft account and add mine? I do not know her microsoft credentials username & password.

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    August Stefkovich, Jun 1, 2025 at 4:32 PM
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  2. Kreij Win User

    Current active users that are friends

    The other reason I suggested this is that users can add characters to their username that are not alphanumeric (e.g. user*). This confuses things somewhat when looking at the list.
     
  3. MohanC Win User
    windows 10 deleted my desktop files

    Step 1 - I upgraded to Win 10 and lost all my files on Desktop.

    Step 2 - Found the files in Network - USers- Desktop

    copied all files again to desktop.

    Step 3- Restarted my machine again and lost desktop files again.

    Step 4 - As suggested did the following as listed below but dont find my files.

    • Press “Windows + E”, open This PC/Computer
    • Open Local Disc C, open Windows.old
    • Click on Users, select your User name
    • Go to desktop folder
    Cant find my files. Why is Win 10 deleted files again and again from Desktop ?.
     
  4. Reset Dell Desktop from previous user?

    Desktop and user folder merging

    Hi,

    There are different ways for you to recover the previous folder settings on your computer. One of these is by following the steps below to organize and relocate your desktop or user folder.

    • Press Windows key + E to launch File Explorer.
    • Right-click on the special folder that you want to restore (Desktop).
    • Then select Properties.
    • Navigate to the Location tab.
    • Click Restore Default.
    • Then click Apply to save the changes.

    Let us know if you have any further questions.
     
    Engelsen Fad, Jun 1, 2025 at 4:57 PM
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