Windows 10: Replace account

Discus and support Replace account in Windows 10 Customization to solve the problem; Hi, I want to replace my Microsoft account with new one. I have the following questions: 1. The old account is my main account in my PC - Can I... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Customization' started by 1Ilan, Feb 18, 2019.

  1. 1Ilan Win User

    Replace account


    Hi,

    I want to replace my Microsoft account with new one.

    I have the following questions:

    1. The old account is my main account in my PC - Can I change the main account ?

    2. If not is reinstalling (The windows only not the applications, data, etc..) solve the problem ?

    3. I have office (registered with key) and Visual Studio. Will they be affected from the replace and how ?

    4. How manage the replacement from the cloud point of view ?

    - I assume I will get free cloud space (The same way it is now)

    - If I am installing only the system does that means there will be no connection at the

    beginning and then the drive will upload the data when I will connect?

    - This question has 2 aspects : The data that It's backup I initiated, and the data that it's backup Microsoft initiated

    Thanks.

    :)
     
    1Ilan, Feb 18, 2019
    #1
  2. Vesao Win User

    Remove account


    I suggest you backup your personalized files first before removing the account.
    To delete an account, follow these steps:
    1. Press WIN + X keys and click Command Prompt (Admin) from the menu.
    2. Type the following command and press Enter. Replace test with the name of your sister's account. Code:
      Code:
      net user test /del
     
    Vesao, Feb 18, 2019
    #2
  3. Edge Search Does Not Permit Change of Region


    I got these suggestions from the Microsoft Community forum.No. 1 worked for me:

    Thank you for posting the query on Microsoft Community. I am glad to assist you on this.
    We have reproduce the issue here and we are able to access non-regional search for google using Microsoft Edge.
    I would suggest you to try the below steps and check if it helps.
    Step 1:
    Clear browsing data option of Microsoft Edge and check if you face the issue. To do so perform the steps below.

    1. Click on the More actions icon next to the feedback icon present on top right corner of the Project Spartan homepage.
    2. Select Settings and click on Choose what to clear.
    3. Check the boxes Browsing history, Cookies and saved website data and Cached data and files and click on Clear.
    Step 2:
    I suggest you to create a new user account and check if the issue occurs.

    1. Go to Settings.
    2. Choose Accounts and then select Family and other users.
    3. Select add someone else on this PC.
    4. Enter a user name and hit next.
    5. Click on Finish.
    6. Sign out from the current Account and Log into the new account.
    Step 3:
    It could also happen because of network issue. I suggest you to try with different network connection and check if it helps.
     
    hurricane51, Feb 18, 2019
    #3
  4. Replace account

    How to replace old Microsoft Account with a new Microsoft Account

    Hi Hitendra,

    Thank you for posting in Microsoft Community. I understand your concern and I am glad to assist you.

    I would suggest you to switch your Microsoft account to a Local account first and then switch back with a new Microsoft account. Please refer to the following steps:

    Step 1:

    • Type Manage your accounts
      in the search bar and click on it
    • Click on "sign in with a local account instead"
    • Press next and complete the process.
    • If you do not have a local account, leave the credentials blank and proceed.

    Step 2: Now, on the newly converted Local account, follow these steps to add a new MSA.

    1. In the Start search, type "Manage your accounts" and press Enter.

    2. Choose 'Accounts'.

    3. Click on "sign in with a local account instead"

    4. Enter the Microsoft account ID and Password and click Next.

    Hope this post helps. Get back to us for further queries. We are happy to help!
     
    Joy Kemprai, Feb 18, 2019
    #4
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