Just note that you have to be an administrator of your Mac to make these changes (more on that below). Here's how to set up new user accounts on your Mac, according to Apple. And if you're a parent, it's great for setting parental controls on your child's account. It can also help avoid issues with things like logging in and out of accounts - for example, if everyone in your family uses Gmail, you don't have to log in and out of your accounts constantly if you just log into your own profile.
What you might not know is that you can easily set up a different account for each person, so everyone can personalize their settings and options without forcing a custom layout or shared internet history on everyone else.Ĭreating multiple user profiles gives the people in your household a private, customizable experience on the same device.
If you're practicing social distancing and staying inside due to the coronavirus pandemic, you might find yourself suddenly sharing your Mac with your partner, kids or roommates.
