Mac OS X: Change user picture - how it works
This practical tip shows you how to change your user picture under Mac OS X. If you would like to set a specific icon for each user, read the following article to find out how best to proceed.
How to change the user picture in Mac OS X.
The system automatically sets up a randomly selected image from the templates. In the next section we will explain how to set a different user picture.
- Open the system settings by tapping the Apple icon in the menu bar and navigating to "System Settings ...".
- Decide on "Users & Groups".
- Click on the image next to the "Change password ..." button.
- Select your new user picture from the selection.
- As an alternative to the pre-selection, you can use pictures from your iCloud or a photo from your web camera.
The steps refer to Mac OS X 10.9.4 on a MacBook Air. Other versions differ. If you want to further personalize your Mac, we'll show you how to hide files and folders on your desk and change the default font.