Windows: What is my username?
Finding your own username on Windows is easy. In this practical tip, we will show you how to proceed with Windows 7 and Windows 8.
Find out the username in Windows 7
- Click the start button in the left corner of the taskbar.
- Then select your user picture with one click.
- On the right side you will find the profile picture again in the new window. Here you can see the user name.
How to find out your username on Windows 8
Follow the steps below to find out your username on Windows 8.
- Move the mouse to the top right corner of the screen.
- Go to "Settings" and select "Change PC settings".
- Then click on "Accounts". You will then see your user name in the upper area on the right-hand side.
- Tip: Alternatively, you can also call up the tile view and read the name next to your user picture.
Another practical tip tells you how to automatically log in a user under Windows 7.