How to Change Your Display Name on Windows and Mac

Learn how to easily update your display name on Windows and Mac computers in just a few simple steps.

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How do I change the display name on my computer? For Windows: 1. Open Settings and go to Accounts. 2. Select Your info. 3. Click Manage my Microsoft account. 4. Sign in, then click Edit name under your name. 5. Enter the new display name and hit Save. For Mac: 1. Go to System Preferences. 2. Click Users & Groups. 3. Select your user account and click Change User Name. 4. Enter the new name and confirm.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Can I change my display name on a Windows computer? Yes, you can change your display name by going to Settings > Accounts > Your info and following the instructions.
  2. How do I change my display name on a Mac? To change your display name on a Mac, go to System Preferences > Users & Groups, select your account, and click Change User Name.
  3. Is changing the display name the same as changing the account name? Not necessarily. The display name is what others see, while the account name is used for logging in and system identification.