How Do I Run My Computer as Administrator?
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How do I run my PC as administrator?

Open the Start menu and select Log Off. While on the welcome screen, press and hold the CTRL and ALT keys on your keyboard, and while holding them, press the DEL key. Log in as Administrator. (You may be prompted to enter a password.)

How do I run Windows 10 as an administrator?

If you’d like to run a Windows 10 app as an administrator, open the Start menu and locate the app on the list. Right-click the app’s icon, then select “More” from the menu that appears. In the “More” menu, select “Run as administrator.”

Marcus Vance

Marcus Vance

Cybersecurity & Digital Privacy Researcher

Marcus Vance is a cybersecurity auditor and technology writer dedicated to educating the public about online safety, data privacy regulations, enterprise security, and emerging cyber threats.

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