Windows 8: Switch users - here's how to do it

When you set up Windows 8, you will also need a user account to log in to your computer. You should create multiple users if there are other people using the same PC. This way, each user has their own account where individual settings are stored.

The benefits of switching

By creating different user accounts on your Windows PC, it will allow you to keep data private without other family members being able to access it. It will also help you keep your computer more organized. The function for changing the user in Windows 8 is not immediately obvious at first glance.

How do I change the user in Windows 8?

1. In the first step, you need to press the Windows key and right-click on your name in the upper right corner. You will have the option to select a different profile in the menu that opens.
2. The first user will still be logged in when you switch, so you can switch again without any problems. You should "Logout" or at least temporarily "Lock" the Windows account, if you leave your workplace for a long time.
3. About "Ctrl "+ "Alt "+ "Del" you can reach the function faster.
4. If you press the key combination of "Windows key" + "L", your account is locked and you can then also change the user.
5. Alternatively, you can also press "Alt" and "F4" on the desktop. However, it should be noted that all programs must be minimized, so as not to close a possibly active application in the foreground. The menu items "Switch user", "Log off", "Save energy", "Shut down" and Restart are selectable via a drop-down menu.