Frequent Question: How Do I Run a Console Session as an Administrator?
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To do this, click Start, click All Programs, click Accessories, right-click Command Prompt, and then click Run as administrator. If you are prompted for an administrator password or for a confirmation, type the password, or click Allow.

How do I open a console session in Windows 10?

Windows 10, Console Session?

  1. Type cmd in Search or Press Windows Logo Key+X. Click on Command Prompt admin.
  2. Check if you are able to open it.

How do I enable Run as administrator?

Run as administrator using “Ctrl + Shift + Click” on its Start Menu shortcut or tile. Open the Start Menu and locate the shortcut of the program you want to launch as administrator. Hold down both the Ctrl and the Shift keys on your keyboard and then click or tap on that program’s shortcut.

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