How to Add Windows 8 Users for Existing Accounts
To add a user to your computer who already has a Microsoft account: The new account will ‘be available at the sign in screen when you start Windows. To switch between profiles, select the profile icon in the top-right corner of the Windows 8 Start screen. Your computer must be connected to the internet the first time a new user logs in to their account. Once they do, their background, account settings, and apps (for Windows 8.1 users) will be synced.
How to Add a Windows 8 User Without a Microsoft Account
If the new user doesn’t have a Microsoft account, they can create an Outlook.com email address, or you can set up a local user profile:
How to Grant Administrative Privileges to Windows 8 Users
To grant the new user administrative privileges in Windows 8 and 8.1:
How to Remove User Accounts in Windows 8
To delete a user account in Windows 8 or 8.1: If using Windows 8, you’ll have the option to delete the account’s personal files or leave them on your hard drive. Windows 8.1 doesn’t provide this option, so back up anything you want to keep.
