How To Quickly Switch Between Accounts On Windows 10

Fortunately, for situations like this, Windows 10 includes the Fast User Switching feature, which you can access in a few ways to switch user accounts.   In this guide, you’ll learn at least three ways to quickly switch between user accounts on Windows 10.

How to switch accounts using Start menu How to switch accounts using security screen How to switch accounts using Shut Down dialog

How to switch accounts using Start menu

If you’re sharing a device with multiple users, you can quickly switch accounts without signing out from your account using these steps: Once you’ve completed the steps, the other account will load, and later, you can use the same steps to go back to your account and continue working on your session. Start menu account switcher

How to switch accounts using security screen

You can also use the security screen to quickly switch account using these steps: After completing the steps, the other account will load, and like the Start menu option, your session will remain active in the background in case you need to switch back. Security screen account switcher

How to switch accounts using Shut Down dialog

In addition, you can even use the old Shut Down dialog to access the account switcher on Windows 10 using these steps: Once you’ve completed the steps, the other user account will load, and your account will remain loaded in the background. Shut down dialog account switcher Alternatively, you can always use the Window key + L keyboard shortcut to lock your device, and from Sign-in screen, select and sign in with the new account. In the past, you were also able to switch users using the Users tab from Task Manager, but it no longer works, and the option was only available if the second account was already loaded in the background. Although the feature allows to quickly switch between user accounts, remember that it’ll affect performance as your session will remain active in the background. Ideally, you want to save your work, sign out, and then sign in with another account. All content on this site is provided with no warranties, express or implied. Use any information at your own risk. Always backup of your device and files before making any changes. Privacy policy info.