Skip to content
  • PC & Mobile
    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
    • Mobile
    • Android
    • iOS
    • Chrome OS
  • Hardware
    • PC Hardware
    • Product Review
    • Smart Home
  • Lifestyle
    • Internet
    • Gaming
    • Productivity
    • How Things Work
    • Glossary
    • News
  • Cheatsheets
  • Deals

Dark mode:

Home > Windows

How to Change Your Display Name on Windows 10

Tracey Rosenberger
Tracey Rosenberger
May 9, 2020
Change Display Name Windows10 Featured

Windows 10 users are familiar with the sign-in screen that displays your name and asks for the PIN or password. What if you need or want to change the display name on that Windows 10 screen?

The steps to complete the change depend on whether you are using a Microsoft account or a local account.

Also read:How to Limit Screen Time in Windows 10 with a Microsoft AccountHow to Limit Screen Time in Windows 10 with a Microsoft Account

Change Display Name in Microsoft Account

If your account is linked to your Microsoft account, you must make any changes on the Microsoft website. When you change your name in your account, it will change on every device you use to sign in.

1. Press Win + I to open Settings.

2. Click on Accounts.

Change Windows Display Name Accounts Settings

3. Click on “Your info.”

Change Windows Display Name Manage Microsoft Account

4. Select “Manage my Microsoft account.” A browser window will open.

5. Log in to your account with your username and password.

6. Click on the “More actions” drop-down under your name and email address.

Change Windows Display Name More Actions

7. Click “Edit profile.”

Change Windows Display Name Edit Profile

8. Choose “Edit name” under your name.

Change Windows Display Name Edit Name

9. Make the changes you want to make.

Change Windows Display Name Account Captcha

10. Enter the CAPTCHA challenge letters.

11. Click Save.

The next time the Windows sign-in screen appears, your revised name will display.

Change Display Name For Local Users

If you are using a local user account, one that is not attached to a specific Microsoft account, use the Control Panel to change the display name.

1. Type Control panel into the search box on the taskbar and click on the app to open it.

2. Click on “Change account type” under the User accounts section.

3. Select the desired account where you want to change the name.

4. Click on “Change the account name” in the left part of the window.

Change Display Name in Windows under local account

5. Type the new account name and click “Change name.”

Change Windows Display Name Local User

Local and Microsoft Accounts

To change the name on either type of account, you can use a Windows app called Netplwiz.

1. Type netplwiz in the search box on the taskbar and click on the app to open it.

Change Display Name  in Windows 10 using Netplwiz

2. Choose the account you want to change.

3. Click on the Properties button.

4. Type the new name you want to use in the Full name field.

Change Windows Display Name Full Name

5. Click Apply and OK.

Now you have the freedom to change your display name in Windows 10 whenever you choose.

If you want to add a local account to your computer like what was done in this tutorial, read more at How to Create a Guest User Account in Windows 10.

Image credit: MIcrosoft Windows 10 pro installation sign-in by DepositPhotos

Is this article useful?
Subscribe to our newsletter!

Our latest tutorials delivered straight to your inbox

  • Facebook
  • Tweet

Popular Posts

How to Convert Legacy BIOS to UEFI in Windows

Settings App Not Working in Windows? Here Are the Fixes

The Best Windows 10 and 11 Easter Eggs to Seek Out

How to Remove Old and Useless Drivers in Windows

How to Capture a Scrolling Screenshot in Windows

How to Use Your Smartphone as a Microphone in Windows

Headphones Not Working in Windows? Here Are Some Fixes

Can (and Should) You Continue to Use Windows 8 or 8.1?

How to Troubleshoot Windows Detected a Hard Disk Problem

How to Be More Productive with Hot Corners in Windows

Affiliate Disclosure: Make Tech Easier may earn commission on products purchased through our links, which supports the work we do for our readers.

Read Next

6 Ways to Stop Windows Updates
How to Fix “Unexpected Store Exception” Error in Windows
How to Fix “Windows Modules Installer Worker” High CPU Usage
Settings App Not Working in Windows? Here Are the Fixes
20 Things to Try When Your Mouse Keeps Freezing in Windows
How to Check What Version of Windows You Are Running
How to Convert Legacy BIOS to UEFI in Windows
How to Defrag Your Windows Hard Drive

© 2022 Uqnic Network Pte Ltd.
All rights reserved.

  • About
  • Contact
  • Advertise
  • Write For Us
  • Terms of Use
  • Privacy Policy
  • RSS Feed Terms
Do not share my Personal Information.