Notes on Setting Up a New User Account on Windows 11

Introduction

• How to set up a new user account in Windows 11.

Method 1: Using the Windows Icon

1. Right-click on the Windows icon.
2. Click on Settings.
3. Select the Accounts section.
4. Click on Family and other users.
5. To add a user, click on Add other user.

Method 2: Using Search Settings

1. If you don’t see Settings from the Windows icon:
   • Click on the search bar.
   • Click on the three dots and select Search settings.
   • Click on Accounts.
   • Follow the same steps as Method 1 from here.

Adding a User Without a Microsoft Account

1. Click on Add account.
2. Choose I don’t have this person’s sign-in information.
3. Select Add a user without a Microsoft account.
4. Enter the new username and password.
5. Set up security questions for password recovery.
6. Click Next to complete the process.

Verifying Current Users

• Click on the Windows icon to view current users.
• You can also check in the Control Panel:
  • Search for Control Panel.
  • Click on Change account type to see all users.

Signing In with the New User Account

1. Click on the Windows icon to see user options.
2. Choose the newly created user or click on Sign out.
3. Log in with new user credentials.
4. Wait for the system to get ready for the new user.

Location and Privacy Settings

• During setup, options for location settings will appear:
  • Choose whether to allow app location usage.
  • Accept or decline sending diagnostic data to Microsoft.

Final Confirmation

• Log out from the new user to switch back to the original account.

Conclusion

• Quick overview of creating a user account on Windows 11.
• End of tutorial.