How to Easily Manage Local Users and Groups in Windows 10 Home

Managing user accounts is a fundamental task for any Windows administrator, allowing you to control who has access to a computer and what they can do. For users of Windows Pro or Enterprise, the Local Users and Groups (lusrmgr.msc) snap-in is the go-to tool. However, if you're using Windows 10 Home, you might have hit a roadblock when you find local users and groups not showing in Computer Management Windows 10. This can be frustrating, but don't worry!

This guide will explain why this feature is missing in the Home edition and provide you with several effective methods to manage your Windows 10 Home local users and group settings, from built-in commands to a powerful third-party solution.

Can I use Windows 10 Home local users and group?

This section directly answers the core question many Windows 10 Home users have and explains why the familiar management tool is absent.

The short answer is no, you cannot use the lusrmgr.msc graphical interface in Windows 10 Home by default. This management console is a feature Microsoft has reserved for its more advanced and business-oriented operating systems, including Windows 10 Pro, Enterprise, and Education.

When you try to open it, you'll be met with an error message stating, "This snap-in may not be used with this edition of Windows 10." This is the primary reason why you'll find that local users and groups are not showing in Computer Management in Windows 10—the functionality was intentionally excluded from the Home edition.

However, this doesn't mean you can't manage local accounts. The underlying system for creating and managing users still exists in Windows 10 Home; you just need to access it through different methods.

How to Manage Users in Windows 10 Home (The Built-in Ways)

Even without the advanced snap-in, Windows 10 Home provides a couple of native methods for basic user account management. We will explore the two most common approaches here.

Method 1: Using the Windows Settings Panel

For most everyday tasks, like adding a new family member's account or creating a standard user profile, the Windows Settings panel is the most straightforward method.

Step 1. Press the Windows key + I to open the Settings app. Navigate to Accounts.

Step 2. Select the Family & other users tab from the left-hand menu.

Step 3. Under the "Other users" section, click on Add someone else to this PC.

Windows will prompt you to sign in with a Microsoft account. To create a local account, click I don't have this person's sign-in information, and on the next screen, click Add a user without a Microsoft account. You can then enter a username, a password (optional but recommended), and security questions for the new local user account.

While simple, this method lacks the advanced options found in lusrmgr.msc, such as adding users to specific groups (like Power Users or Remote Desktop Users).

Method 2: Leveraging the Command Prompt

For users who are comfortable with a command-line interface, the Command Prompt offers a more powerful way to manage your Windows 10 home local users and group configuration.

Step 1. Type cmd in the Start menu search bar.

Step 2. Right-click on Command Prompt and select Run as administrator.

Step 3. To create a new user, use the command: net user /add (e.g., net user John P@ssword123 /add).

Step 4. To delete a user, use: net user /delete.

Step 5. To add a user to the Administrators group, use: net localgroup administrators /add.

The Command Prompt is efficient but can be intimidating for beginners and lacks the easy visual overview of a graphical interface.

How to enable Windows 10 Home local users and group

For those who really miss the lusrmgr.msc interface, a third-party tool may be suitable for users who prefer an all-in-one, professionally supported software solution.

The methods above work, they are either limited, complex, or require third-party downloads from various sources. For a truly seamless and powerful experience, a dedicated management tool is the best option. AOMEI Partition Assistant Professional has recently introduced a new function specifically designed to manage local users and groups in Windows 10 home.

AOMEI Partition Assistant Professional is a renowned disk and partition management software trusted by millions worldwide. It goes far beyond simple partitioning, offering a comprehensive toolkit for optimizing and managing your PC. Its "User & Group" feature brings the full functionality of lusrmgr.msc (and more) to Windows 10 Home users through an intuitive and modern interface.

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Download, install, and launch AOMEI Partition Assistant Professional. On the main interface, click "Tools" in the top menu and select the "Windows Tools" option. In the new window, navigate to the "Users & Groups" section in the left-hand pane. This will display all existing user accounts and groups on your system in a clean, organized list.

From here, you can easily perform all necessary administrative tasks. You will see intuitive buttons to:

Create User: Set a new username and password.

Delete User: Remove an existing account.

Edit User Properties: Change a user's password or other details.

Manage Group Membership: Easily add or remove users from groups (such as Administrators or Remote Desktop Users) with just a few clicks.

To sum up

This article provides a brief overview of all the methods discussed, helping you choose the one that best suits your needs.

Navigating the limitations of Windows 10 Home can be challenging, especially when essential tools are missing. While it's true that the official Local Users and Groups manager isn't available, you are not without options.

For users seeking the most robust, integrated, and user-friendly solution, AOMEI Partition Assistant Professional stands out. It not only restores the missing user management functionality but also equips you with a complete suite of powerful disk management utilities, making it an invaluable tool for any serious Windows 10 Home user.