Windows 10: Unable to change username

Discus and support Unable to change username in Windows 10 Gaming to solve the problem; I have a PC laptop and also use Parallels on an iMac, both with Windows 10. I want both usernames to be the same so that the path will be the same for... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Gaming' started by EKayeW, Mar 18, 2023.

  1. EKayeW Win User

    Unable to change username


    I have a PC laptop and also use Parallels on an iMac, both with Windows 10. I want both usernames to be the same so that the path will be the same for a program I move back and forth on both computers. I'm talking about the username in File Explorer under C drive>Users>username. I can't seem to change the name on the laptop. I've tried the instructions found online for a local account which I think I need and for logging on with a MS account don't think I'm doing that, but tried anyway. For the local account instructions I found, I type into the search box, 'netplwiz' and a wind

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    EKayeW, Mar 18, 2023
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  2. change admin username account

    Hi
    vasilisnikolo
    ,

    Are you logged in with the Microsoft account or a local account?

    You can follow the steps below to change the username and check if it helps.

    • Press Windows key + X key.
    • Click on Control Panel.
    • Under view, select large icons.
    • Go to User Account.
    • Click on Manage another account.
    • Select the User Account for which you want to select the password.
    • Click on Change the username.
    • Click on Change Name button.
    Hope this information is helpful.
     
    SujataMoktan, Mar 18, 2023
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  3. OneMoar Win User
    request username change

    can a ADMINISTRATOR change my username to Onemoar
     
    OneMoar, Mar 18, 2023
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  4. Unable to change username

    Change username on Windows 10.

    Hi Jacob,

    You can personalize your username on your account through the Microsoft website. To help you change your account name, we suggest that you follow the steps provided in this article on how to
    change the name on your Microsoft account.
    Once you’re on the page, you may proceed with the steps and complete the process. After completing the steps, you may check if the issue persists.

    Keep us updated about your concern for additional assistance.
     
    Joseph Ban, Mar 18, 2023
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