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The user account name on a Windows device shows the name of the signed-in Microsoft account or work/school account. To change which user is signed in, select the Start button on the taskbar. Then select the account name icon or picture to see a list of users you can switch to.

A guide to help you identify and access your Microsoft account. How to check if your email is a Microsoft account? Go to the Microsoft account sign-in page at https://account.microsoft.com and enter your email address.

To create a new, blank file and link to it, click Create New Document under Link to, type a name for the new file, and either use the location shown under Full path or browse to a different save location by clicking Change.You can also choose whether to Edit the new document later or open and Edit the new document now.

Alternate command key. What it does. Help. Opens the Help system (if any) for the active window. Undo. Cancels the previous action. Redo. Cancels the previous Undo action.

Tips: While signing in, select Yes at the "Stay signed in?" prompt if you want to go straight to your mailbox next time (not recommended for shared computers). Alternatively, check the "Don't show this again" box and select No to be prompted for your password each time.. If you can't sign in, or have forgotten your username or password, use our sign-in troubleshooter.

Going passwordless refers to removing your password and using a passwordless method to sign in instead. Passwordless solutions such as Windows Hello, the Microsoft Authenticator app, SMS or Email codes, and physical security keys provide a more secure and convenient sign-in method. While passwords can be guessed, stolen, or phished, only you can provide fingerprint authentication, or provide ...

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Microsoft accounts are for personal use, and for accessing services like Outlook.com, Xbox or Skype. Microsoft work and school accounts are for organizations that use Microsoft 365 for business.. Choose your account type, or learn more about the differences.

Get a free version of Microsoft Teams (for work, school, or friends and family) If you don’t have Microsoft 365 and you don’t use a business or school account, you can get a basic version of Microsoft Teams.