How to Change Your Administrator Name on Windows and macOS

Learn how to easily change your administrator name on Windows and macOS with our step-by-step guide.

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To change your administrator name on Windows: 1. Go to Control Panel > User Accounts > User Accounts. 2. Click Change your account name, enter a new name, and click Change Name. On macOS: 1. Go to System Preferences > Users & Groups. 2. Click the lock icon and enter your password. 3. Control-click your account, select Advanced Options, and change the Full name.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Can I change my administrator name without an admin password? No, you need administrative rights to change the administrator name. If you are not logged in as an admin, you will need the admin password.
  2. Will changing my administrator name affect my files? No, changing your administrator name will not affect your files. It simply changes the display name associated with the account.
  3. How do I change my username back to the original? Follow the same steps to change the administrator name to revert to the original username as long as you have the correct permissions.
  4. Is it safe to change my administrator name? Yes, as long as you follow the steps correctly, changing your administrator name is a safe process that does not affect system functionality.