Windows 10: Username Changed

Discus and support Username Changed in Windows 10 Ask Insider to solve the problem; I downloaded something for school and now whenever I go to log in it greets me with the name connected to my Microsoft account, not what I originally... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Ask Insider' started by /u/BeepBeepLechuga, Apr 15, 2020.

  1. /U/BEEPBEEPLECHUGA
    /u/BeepBeepLechuga Win User

    Username Changed


    I downloaded something for school and now whenever I go to log in it greets me with the name connected to my Microsoft account, not what I originally had. How do I change this back? I have tried modifying it in netplwiz but it never works.

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    /u/BeepBeepLechuga, Apr 15, 2020
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  2. SUJATAMOKTAN
    SujataMoktan Win User

    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, Apr 15, 2020
    #2
  3. ONEMOAR
    OneMoar Win User
    request username change

    can a ADMINISTRATOR change my username to Onemoar
     
    OneMoar, Apr 15, 2020
    #3
  4. JOSEPH BAN
    Joseph Ban Win User

    Username Changed

    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, Apr 15, 2020
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