Changing the admin account in Windows 10 can be a crucial task, especially if you’re like me and prefer to have full control over your computer. In this article, I will guide you through the steps to change the admin account in Windows 10, and share some personal tips and experiences along the way.
Step 1: Accessing the User Accounts Settings
The first step in changing the admin account is to navigate to the User Accounts settings. To do this, click on the Start menu and select “Settings”. In the Settings window, click on “Accounts” to access the User Accounts settings.
Step 2: Managing User Accounts
Once you are in the User Accounts settings, you will see a list of user accounts on your computer. Locate the account that you want to make the new admin account. Click on the account name to select it.
Here’s a personal tip: Before making any changes, it’s always a good idea to create a backup of your important files and folders. This ensures that you won’t lose any data in case something goes wrong.
Step 3: Changing the Account Type
With the desired user account selected, click on the “Change account type” button. This will open a new window where you can change the account type.
In the new window, you will see two options: “Standard user” and “Administrator”. By default, the account type is set to “Standard user”. To change it to an admin account, select the “Administrator” option and click on “OK”.
It’s worth mentioning that making a user account an admin account gives it full control and access to all settings and files on the computer. So, be cautious when making this change, and only do so for trusted accounts.
Step 4: Confirming the Changes
After clicking “OK”, you will be taken back to the User Accounts settings. You should now see that the selected user account has been changed to an admin account.
At this point, it’s a good idea to restart your computer to ensure that the changes are applied correctly. Once you restart, log in with the admin account to test if everything is working as expected.
For those who are new to Windows 10, here’s a quick tip: It’s always a good practice to create a strong and unique password for your admin account. This helps to prevent unauthorized access and protects your computer from potential security threats.
Conclusion
Changing the admin account in Windows 10 can be a simple yet powerful way to have better control and security over your computer. By following the steps outlined in this article, you can easily change a user account to an admin account. Remember to exercise caution and only make such changes for trusted accounts.
So go ahead and make the necessary changes to have full control over your Windows 10 computer. Happy computing!