How Do I Create a New User Profile on a Mac?

How do I create a new user profile on a Mac?

How do I make a new user account on a Mac?

How do I add a new user account on a Mac computer?

What is the process for creating a new user account in Mac OS X?

How do I create a new user account in Mac OS?


Solution:

To add a new user account:

  1. Click the Apple icon at the top left of your screen, then select System Preferences.

    The 'System Preferences' window appears.
  2. Double-click the Accounts or Users & Groups icon.

    The 'Accounts' window appears.
  3. Click the lock icon in the lower-left of the window, then enter the administrator username and password.
  4. On the lower-left of the window, click the + (plus) button.
  5. Complete the fields on the page, then click the Create Account button.

    To log in to the new account, reboot the Mac and select the new user profile.

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