Windows 10: Switching Accounts at start up

Discus and support Switching Accounts at start up in Windows 10 Customization to solve the problem; I have just brought a new laptop and set up a microsoft account and login- all is going well but given it is a laptop to be used on the move i would... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Customization' started by Chrissttiina, Nov 6, 2020.

  1. Switching Accounts at start up


    I have just brought a new laptop and set up a microsoft account and login- all is going well but given it is a laptop to be used on the move i would like the option to sign up to a local account at start up.

    is there a way to set the computer up so that at start up- both accounts come up and you choose the local or microsoft?

    my issue is if I set microsoft as the default- if i am out and about i need to be connected to the internet to use my computer- if I use local as the defalut- i will have to manually chage it and relogin everytime- which will be anoying


    I'd like both visable on the start up screen if possible- and i cant find a way to do it anywhere

    :)
     
    Chrissttiina, Nov 6, 2020
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  2. angus Win User

    Settings can't be opened using the built-in administrator account


    Hello,
    Unfortunately I have the same issue as Dabz from upgrading win7 to win10.
    I've tried opening settings using all the suggested methods and it will not load using my account with Administrator access nor the built-in Administrator profile. I also tried other methods not listed such as using Run. Control panel is just a stepping stone to add users in Settings.
    I'm also having explorer.exe issues, which I believe is preventing Settings from loading.
    Using cmd (Admin) I successfully created a new user profile [and granted admin access also using cmd (Admin)], however win10 will not allow this account to log on. win10 does not list this new user within control panel but it does in the start menu. win10 will not allow to log in or switch to the new account via the start menu either.
    I can access settings in Safe Mode but this will not allow me to create a new account.
    Any help/suggestions will be greatly appreciated.
    Cheers
     
    angus, Nov 6, 2020
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  3. 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:
     
    Vesao, Nov 6, 2020
    #3
  4. Switching Accounts at start up

    Query about changing the account name

    Hi Stephanie,

    Since you have already changed the name on your Microsoft account, we suggest switching into a local account, and then log back in with your Microsoft account. This way, we can be sure that any changes made to your Microsoft account will be synced to your
    local user account.

    For steps on how to switch to a local account:

    • Click on Start.
    • Click on Settings.
    • Click on Accounts.
    • Under Your account, click on Switch to a local account.

    To switch back to a Microsoft account:

    • Follow steps 1-3 above to get to Accounts.
    • Under Your account, click on Sign in with a Microsoft account instead.

    If the issue persists, please do not hesitate to get back to us.
     
    Patricia Yu, Nov 6, 2020
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