Change Administrator Name Using Command Prompt (Based on Reference)

How can I change administrator name in Windows 11?

You can change the administrator name in Windows 11 using several methods, including the Command Prompt as detailed in the reference provided, using the Netplwiz tool, or via Local Users and Groups.

This method utilizes the Windows Management Instrumentation Command-line (WMIC) tool, as outlined in the reference.

Here are the steps:

1. Open Command Prompt as Administrator:

   • Press the Windows key + S to open the search bar.
   • Type cmd.
   • Right-click on "Command Prompt" in the search results.
   • Select "Run as administrator".
   • If prompted by User Account Control (UAC), click Yes.

2. Change the account name:

   • In the Command Prompt window, type the following command and press Enter:

     wmic useraccount where name="OldName" rename "NewName"

   • Replace "OldName" with the current name of the administrator account you want to change.
   • Replace "NewName" with the new name you want for the administrator account.
   • Example: To change the account name from "AdminUser" to "NewAdmin", you would type:

     wmic useraccount where name="AdminUser" rename "NewAdmin"

   • You should see a message indicating the command was successful.

3. Restart your computer:

   • For the name change to fully take effect across the system, you must restart your PC. You can do this from the Start menu or by typing shutdown /r /t 0 in the Command Prompt and pressing Enter.

Note: The reference date of October 12, 2024, suggests this method was confirmed effective as of that time.

Alternative Methods to Change Administrator Name

While the Command Prompt method is effective, you can also change the display name of a user account, including an administrator account, using graphical interfaces.

Using Netplwiz

This is a common and straightforward method for local accounts.

1. Press Windows key + R, type netplwiz, and press Enter.
2. In the "User Accounts" window, select the administrator account you want to rename.
3. Click the "Properties" button.
4. On the "General" tab, change the name in the "User name" field.
5. Click Apply, then OK.
6. Click OK to close the User Accounts window.
7. Restart your computer.

Using Local Users and Groups Manager (Not available on Windows 11 Home)

This snap-in provides more granular control over user accounts.

1. Press Windows key + R, type lusrmgr.msc, and press Enter. (This will not work on Windows 11 Home edition).
2. In the left pane, click on "Users".
3. In the center pane, right-click on the administrator account you wish to rename.
4. Select "Rename".
5. Type the new name and press Enter.
6. Close the Local Users and Groups Manager.
7. Restart your computer.

Summary of Methods

Here's a quick overview of the methods discussed:

Choosing the right method depends on your Windows 11 version and comfort level with different interfaces. Regardless of the method used, a restart is crucial for the changes to fully propagate throughout the system.