How do I change the Administrator name with Yosemite?
How can I change the primary Administrator name on Yosemite?
I know, I'm not very bright... 😕
iMac (21.5-inch Mid 2011), iOS 8, iPhone 5s
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5 replies
There isn’t “an” administrator name. Any user can be given the ability to administer the computer in Users & Groups system prefs. There is nothing special about any individual user.
You can change a short user name, if you really need to.
Are your responses applicable to the Primary Administrator's name?
I'm in the process of selling my iMac - The machine is "clean" and updated, but my personal name is displayed above "Admin".
I'm simply trying to erase my name...
thanks again,
Joe
If you are selling it, then there shouldn't be any account with any name. Follow these instructions: What to do before selling or giving away your Mac.
Thank you all very much... been very helpful indeed.
How do I change the Administrator name with Yosemite?