How to create a New User Account in Mac OS X El Capitan

Description: This article will show how to set up a new user account in Mac OS X El Capitan.

  1. Click on the Apple Logo in the upper left-hand corner of the screen and select System Preferences.
    Apple Menu, System Preferences
  2. Click on Users & Groups.
    System Preferences, Users & Groups
  3. Click the Lock to make changes and enter your Administrative Name and Password.
    System Preferences, Users & Groups, Lock Icon Administrative Login Prompt
  4. Click the plus (+) icon to add an account.
    System Preferences, Users & Groups, Plus Icon
  5. Select the New Account Type. The most common account types will be Administrator and Standard. Standard users can install apps and change settings for their account only. Administrators can install apps, manage other users, and change settings that affect the entire system.
    New User, Select Account Type
  6. Enter the New Account Name and Password.
    New User, Enter Account Details

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