How to Run Command Prompt as Admin Windows 10?
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Step 2: Select Yes in the User Account Control window.

Way 2: Make it via the context menu.

Step 1: Search cmd, right-click Command Prompt and choose Run as administrator on the menu.

Step 2: Tap Yes to allow CMD to run as administrator.

Where is command prompt admin?

Type in cmd to search for Command Prompt. Press ctrl + shift + enter to launch Command Prompt as administrator. win+r does not natively support this though, but an alternative (and less quick) way, is to type in runas /user:Administrator cmd and then type the password for the administrator account.

Why can’t I run Command Prompt as administrator?

Run Command Prompt as Administrator using Task Manager. You can also run an elevated command prompt through Task Manager. To do so: press CTRL + ALT + DEL on the keyboard and click on Task Manager. Type in “cmd” (no quotes) and then check mark “Create this task with administrative privileges”.

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Maya Lin-Takahashi

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Maya is a hardware enthusiast who tests and reviews smart home devices, smartphones, wearables, and audio gear. She focuses on practical consumer value and build quality.

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