Taking a moment to create a custom login image on your Mac is a great way to differentiate user profiles. Here’s how to do it.
When you log into your Mac every day, one of the first things you see is a circular login picture above your username. On its own, this UI element is how you and other household members will know what user profile belongs to whom. Fortunately, Apple also gives you the ability to customize this image. You’ll be able to choose from your own personal photos, emojis, as well as Memojis.
If you’d like to personalize this part of your Mac login, we’ve put together this guide to teach you how to add a login image to your macOS profile.Change the login picture on a Mac
Changing your login picture is a fun way to personalize your lock screen. It’s also a great way for other users of your Mac to see their own favorite image when it’s their turn to sign in.
Step 1: Open System Settings by using the icon in your Dock or the Apple icon in the Menu bar.
Step 2: Select Users & Groups.
Step 3: Choose the user from the list of options.
Step 4: Pick the current picture. You’ll see “Edit” when you hover your cursor over it.
Step 5: You’ll then see a window pop open with all of the picture options.
