Windows 10: How to change name on welcome screen?

Discus and support How to change name on welcome screen? in Windows 10 Gaming to solve the problem; My name on the welcome screen is User. I do not know how to change it! Does anyone know? I have already tried to edit my name and have changed it... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Gaming' started by Natalie Johnson4, Jan 14, 2024.

  1. How to change name on welcome screen?


    My name on the welcome screen is User. I do not know how to change it! Does anyone know? I have already tried to edit my name and have changed it multiple times to see if that was it and it wasn't. Please help!

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    Natalie Johnson4, Jan 14, 2024
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  2. name changes??

    If you desire a name change please do the following:

    • Ask yourself if you really need a name change.
    • Make sure you have a good reason.
    • Know what you want your new name to be before you request a name change.
    • Send Urlyin a PM containing a decent explanation of your reason as well as your desired name.
     
    Polaris573, Jan 14, 2024
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  3. How to change name on Sign-in screen

    Hi Lynn,

    The steps to change your name that appears on your sign-in screen depend on the type of the user account that you're using. If you're using a Microsoft account, here are the steps to change your name:

    • Press Windows logo key + I
      buttons on your keyboard to open the Settings app.
    • Select Accounts > Your email and accounts.
    • Click the Manage my Microsoft Account link to open the web browser.
    • Click the Edit name link on the main page.
    • Change your name, then hit OK.

    To change or edit your name for your local account, you can follow the steps below:

    • Right-click Start, then choose Control Panel.
    • Click User Accounts twice.
    • Select the account, then click Change the account name.

    Update us if it addressed your concern.
     
    Angela Pun, Jan 14, 2024
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  4. Kreij Win User

    How to change name on welcome screen?

    name changes??

    How about TPU_Moms_Rule.

    Just a suggestion *Smile How to change name on welcome screen? :)

    I agree with most people. Mod assisted name changes only.
     
    Kreij, Jan 14, 2024
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