WINDOWS 10 : Administrator - Elevated Command Prompt

[Hikermann]

Windows 10 / PC -

- At the usual command prompt, this message:

- "This command required administrative privileges and must be executed from an elevated command prompt.

- I am the sole user of this PC and already have administration privileges.

- Why does the command prompt not already recognize that?

- So how do I get to the elevated command prompt?

Thank you / appreciated.

 

[Nelson28]

Windows 10 / PC -

- At the usual command prompt, this message:

- "This command required administrative privileges and must be executed from an elevated command prompt.

- I am the sole user of this PC and already have administration privileges.

- Why does the command prompt not already recognize that?

- So how do I get to the elevated command prompt?

Thank you / appreciated.

Even as the sole administrator, a standard command prompt doesn't have full system access by default. Here's why you see the permission message and how to get elevated access:

1. Standard vs. Elevated Command Prompt: The regular prompt has limitations. An elevated command prompt (Admin) grants full access for powerful tasks.
2. Running as Administrator: There are two ways:
   • Search for "cmd" in the Start menu. Right-click "Command Prompt" and select "Run as administrator."
   • Press the Windows key + X, then choose "Command Prompt (Admin)".

By using these methods, you'll launch a special command prompt with the necessary privileges to execute powerful commands.

 

[Hikermann]

Thank you - always makes it easier when one actually knows where to look . . .
Appreciate your response.