How Do I Move Files with Administrator Permission?
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How do I give administrator permission to copy a folder?

Method 2. Fix “Need administrator permission to copy this file/folder” error and copy files

  1. Take the Ownership of a File or Folder. Open “Windows Explorer” and locate the file/folder, right-click on it and select “Properties”. …
  2. Turn off UAC or User Account Control. …
  3. Enable the Built-in Administrator Account.

How do I get permission to transfer files?

Here is the full procedure: Right-click the folder, select Properties > Security Tab > Advanced at the bottom > Owner Tab > Edit > Highlight your username and put a tick in ‘Replace owner on subcontainers…’ and Apply > OK.

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