How Do I Open C Drive as Administrator?
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Right-click Start and choose Command Prompt or Command Prompt (Admin) from the Quick Link menu. You can also use keyboard shortcuts for this route: Windows key + X, followed by C (non-admin) or A (admin).

How do I access my C drive as administrator?

Enable Administrative C$ Share

  1. At the computer, open Computer.
  2. Right-click the C drive and select Properties.
  3. In the Properties box, select the Security tab and verify that the Administrator’s group has full privileges.
  4. To set up C drive sharing with a specific account, select Sharing and click Advanced Sharing.

How do I open a file as administrator?

Right-click the file and select “Run as Administrator.” Click “Yes” to the security warning. The default program then launches with administrator privileges and the file opens therein.

Alexander Ross

Alexander Ross

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Alexander Ross has covered the video game industry for a decade, writing deep dives on game design, esports tournaments, VR developments, and gaming culture.

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