Name and Password

I shut down my MacBook and it asked me for a name and password, but I don’t know what my name could be, so how do I find out?

MacBook Air 13″, 13.4

Posted on Jun 3, 2023 1:29 PM

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Posted on Jun 3, 2023 2:46 PM

You don't know your name?

If you forgot your Mac login password - Apple Support

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Jun 3, 2023 2:46 PM in response to AppleUser0301

You don't know your name?

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