How to Change the Startup User in Windows 10 - Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to change the default startup user in Windows 10 easily with this step-by-step guide.

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To change the startup user in Windows 10, follow these steps: 1. Press `Win + R`, type `netplwiz`, and press Enter. 2. In the User Accounts window, select the user you want to set as default. 3. Uncheck the box 'Users must enter a user name and password to use this computer' and click 'Apply'. 4. Enter the username and password, then click 'OK'. Restart your computer to see the changes.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What happens if I forget the startup user's password? If you forget the password, you can reset it through another administrator account on the computer.
  2. Can I change the startup user without a password? You need the current password to change the startup user settings to allow automatic login.
  3. Is it safe to set automatic login in Windows 10? While convenient, automatic login can expose your data if others have physical access to your computer.
  4. How do I revert back to requiring a password at startup? You can recheck the box in the User Accounts settings that requires users to enter a username and password.

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