Backend users module
The Administration > Users module offers a convenient way of working with backend users and groups. It provides a list of both users and groups. The users list can be searched and filtered.
Changed in version 14.0
Until TYPO3 V14 this module was called System > Backend Users. See also: Feature: #107628 - Improved backend module naming and structure.
Comparing Users or Groups
The Backend users module offers the possibility to compare users. Just add users using the "+ Compare" button and then hit the "Compare user list" button. For example, this is the comparison of the three different editors provided by the Introduction Package:
Comparing users in the Backers users module
The same functionality is available for user groups, including a comparison of their inherited permissions.
Impersonating Users ("Switch to")
We can impersonate (switch) to a user by clicking the Switch to user action icon:
The button to simulate another user
You will then be logged in as that user (note how the user name is prefixed with "SU" for "Simulated User"). To "switch back", use the "Exit" button (which replaces the usual "Logout" button).
Backend with active simulate user