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Local Users and Groups is Missing on Windows 11: How to Add it
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Updated onAugust 23, 2024
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A few users foundLocal Users and Groupsmissing in Windows 11. And, for some who can access it, the message reads,This snapin may not be used with this edition of Windows 10. To manage user accounts for this computer, use the User Accounts tool in the Control Panel.
Below, we’ll explain how to add local users & groups in Windows Management:
How do I enable local users and Groups in Windows 11?
Before we proceed, make sure to verifywhich edition of Windows 11 is installed. If it’sHome, you will need to manually enableLocal Users and Groupsin Windows 11. For the Pro or Enterprise editions, the problem likely lies with the user profile.
1. Download lusrmgr.exe on Windows 11 Home
The downloadable version ofLocal Users and Groups (lusrmgr.exe)differs slightly from the built-in console in terms of usability and interface, but it allows users pretty much the same functionality.
2. Use an alternative tool
If you use lusrmgr.exe to configure user profiles, grant administrative privileges, view the list of users, or fix things whenusers don’t appear on the login screen, the built-inUser Accounts (netplwiz)utility will do the trick.
To openUser Accounts, pressWindows+Rto openRun> typenetplwizin the text field > clickOK.
We don’t recommend using third-party tools for user management in Windows. It’s a critical task, which should be handled by the integrated tools unless you want to expand the functionality or add features.
3. Upgrade to the Pro edition
The Local Users and Groups console is not available in the Home Edition, just like theLocal Security Policyutility. And if you don’t want to use the downloadable version or an alternative, it’s best to upgrade to Windows 11 Pro.
4. Manage users from Command Prompt
Why are Local Users and Groups missing in Windows 11?
How do I access & use local users and Groups in Windows 11?
To accessLocal Users and Groups, pressWindows+Rto openRun> typelusrmgr.exein the text field > clickOK.
Using Local Users and Groupsis just as simple as opening it. You can create new accounts or groups, delete an existing one, change the password, and much more!
The Local Users and Groups utility is built into Computer Management and can be accessed from the console or independently
WhileLocal Users and Groupswould have been a great addition to Windows 11 Home, some features are exclusive to the Pro edition. The Home edition is developed for relative simplicity.
Remember, just getting the lusrmgr.exe utility won’t do! You will have toeffectively manage users and groupsfor an error-free Windows experience.
For any queries or to share your review of the lusrmgr.exe console, drop a comment below.
More about the topics:user accounts,Windows 11
Kazim Ali Alvi
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Kazim has always been fond of technology, be it scrolling through the settings on his iPhone, Android device, or Windows PC. He’s specialized in hardware devices, always ready to remove a screw or two to find out the real cause of a problem.
Long-time Windows user, Kazim is ready to provide a solution for your every software & hardware error on Windows 11, Windows 10 and any previous iteration. He’s also one of our experts in Networking & Security.
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Kazim is specialized in hardware devices, always ready to remove a screw or two to find out the real cause of a problem.
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