How to Grant User Permissions on a Computer?

Learn how to give permission to a user account and manage settings easily with this quick guide.

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To give permission to a user account, navigate to the Settings panel, select Accounts, then Family & other users. Click on the account you want to manage, choose Change account type, and set it to Administrator to grant full permissions.

FAQs & Answers

  1. How do I change a user account type to Administrator? Navigate to the Settings panel, select Accounts, then Family & other users, choose the account, and select Change account type to set it as Administrator.
  2. What is the difference between Administrator and Standard user accounts? Administrator accounts have full permissions to manage the system, while Standard user accounts have limited access for security.
  3. How do I revoke permissions from a user account? Go to the Settings panel, select Accounts, click on the user, and change their account type to Standard user.
  4. Why should I manage user permissions? Managing user permissions helps ensure security and control over the system, preventing unauthorized access and potential issues.