How to Change Your Password

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Swipe in from the right side of the screen on your Windows 8 device.

   If you cannot sign in to your Windows 8 device because you have forgotten your Microsoft Live password, you can reset your password at https://account.live.com/password/reset.
   
   However, if you still encounter problems with signing in after resetting your password, you will be required to reinstall Windows
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   Step 2: Tap on “Settings” and select “Change PC Settings.” If you are using a mouse instead of a touchscreen

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   Step 3: point to the lower-right corner of your screen

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   Step 4: then move the mouse upwards to access “Settings.”

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   Step 5: Click on “Accounts” and select “Sign-in options.”

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   Step 6: Click on “Change your password

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   Step 7: ” and follow the prompts provided by Windows 8 to change or reset your password.

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