Adding a user account on an HP laptop is typically done after you have logged into an existing account, not directly from the login screen itself. The login screen is designed for selecting and logging into existing user accounts, emergency options, or shutdown.
To add a new user to your HP laptop running Windows, you will need to access the system settings from within a logged-in account that has administrative privileges.
Once you are logged into your Windows account, follow these steps to create a new user profile:
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Step 1: Access Settings
Select the Start button (usually located in the bottom-left corner of the screen). -
Step 2: Navigate to Accounts
From the Start menu, select Settings. In the Settings window, click on Accounts. -
Step 3: Find Family & Other People
In the Accounts section, look for and select Family & other people from the left-hand menu. -
Step 4: Add Someone Else
Under the "Other people" section, select Add someone else to this PC. -
Step 5: Create the User
Follow the on-screen prompts to create the new user account. Based on the reference, the process involves:- Enter a user name
- Enter a password
- Enter a password hint
- Select Next
The reference states: "You're done!" after these steps, indicating the basic local user account has been created.
Understanding User Account Types
When adding a user, you typically have options to create different types of accounts:
- Microsoft Account: Allows the user to sign in with an email address (Outlook, Hotmail, etc.) and provides access to Microsoft services like OneDrive, Windows Store, and syncing settings.
- Local Account: A user name and password specific only to that computer. It doesn't require an internet connection to sign in or link to online services.
The steps provided in the reference outline how to create a local account. If you wish to add a user using a Microsoft account, the process will involve entering their email address instead of just a user name and password, and they will sign in with their Microsoft account credentials.
Adding a new user account keeps files, settings, and applications separate for each person using the laptop, providing a personalized and secure experience.
