new local account

Discussions tagged with 'new local account' on WindowsForum.com focus on creating a fresh local user account in Windows 10 and 11, primarily as a troubleshooting step for corrupted user profiles. Common symptoms include temporary profile logins, missing desktop icons, broken Start menu, and settings that won't save. The recommended approach is to create a new local or admin account and safely migrate documents, pictures, browser data, and app settings from the corrupted profile. This method is often faster and more reliable than attempting to repair the existing profile. Topics cover step-by-step guidance for account creation and data transfer, emphasizing safety and data preservation.