How to remove an admin account and create a new user profile

Hi, I have been using my 2 in 1 PC since July last year and I'd like you guys to show me the steps on How to remove an admin account and create a new user account.

Hello Nicolas,.

Thanks for posting your question on the Microsoft community.

I would like to know some information about the problem so that we can help you better.

1. you try to delete a local administrator account?
2. are you able to connect using the Microsoft account?

Thank you for your query details.

I also like the fact you want to know how to remove an administrator account and create

a new user account.

If you are able to connect on the Microsoft account, I suggest you try the following steps to remove an administrator account.

a. press Windows + X keys and click on computer management.
b. click on "local users and groups" and then click on "users".
c. right-click on the account which you want to remove, and then click 'Remove'.
d. click 'Yes', if the prompt message.

To create a new user account, please see this article:
Create a user account
http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows/create-user-account#create-user-account=Windows-8

See also:
User accounts: FAQ
http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows/user-accounts-FAQ#1TC=Windows-8

I hope this information helps.

Please let us know if you need more help.

Thank you

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