Is it possible to log into an account on macOS that is hidden from the login window?

After hiding an account from the login screen (using sudo dscl) is there a way to log into that account without unhiding it via the same method first? It's slow to have to reboot the laptop every time.

MacBook Air (M2, 2023)

Posted on Jul 19, 2023 5:52 PM

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Posted on Jul 19, 2023 6:24 PM

Yes. If you have List of Users, it should have an Other option.

If you have username and password, just type in the username and password of the hidden user.

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Is it possible to log into an account on macOS that is hidden from the login window?

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