I forgot my Mac login password and my account was locked. When I read the article on this subject, I decided to restart, but the option to reset the password in the article did not appear and my account was locked.
MacBook Air, macOS 14.1
Yes, you will have to set the password to a new password. When you start up your computer and it asks for the password, look carefully for the reset link and click on it to begin the process. When done write down your password and save it in a secure place for future use.
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