How To Change the Laptop Name? | Easy 2025 Guide for Windows & mac OS Users

Did you know your laptop has a name that identifies it on networks, Bluetooth, and sharing settings? ???? Whether you’re connecting to Wi-Fi, setting up file sharing, or just personalizing your device, changing your laptop’s name is quick and easy! ????????

This guide covers how to change the name of your laptop on Windows 10, Windows 11, and macOS — all step by step, with screenshots and pro tips! ✅????

???? Why Change Your Laptop Name?

✔️ For easier identification on networks
✔️ To personalise your device
✔️ For file and printer sharing
✔️ To rename from a random default name like “DESKTOP-AX7XJD” to something meaningful

???? How To Change Laptop Name in Windows 10/11:

1. Click the Start Menu and open Settings
2. Go to System > About
3. Click on the “Rename this PC” option
4. Type your new device name (no spaces or special characters)
5. Click Next → Then Restart Now or Restart Later

???? Done! Your laptop will reboot with the new name applied.

???? How To Change Laptop Name on mac OS (Mac Book / i Mac):

1. Click the Apple logo  → Select System Settings (or System Preferences)
2. Go to General > About
3. Click on the Name field and enter a new one
4. Press Enter — it saves automatically

???? This will update your device name across Air Drop, i Cloud, and networks.

???? Bonus Tip: Change Your Work group Name (Windows)

If you’re on a network (especially in offices), also go to:

• Control Panel > System > Advanced system settings > Computer Name
• Click Change > Adjust your Computer Name and Work group if needed

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