How to Open File Explorer with Admin Rights
In today’s digital age, it is not uncommon to encounter situations where you need to access files or folders that require administrative privileges. Whether you are trying to install a new program, modify system files, or perform other tasks that require elevated permissions, opening File Explorer with admin rights can be a crucial step. In this article, we will guide you through the process of opening File Explorer with admin rights on both Windows and macOS operating systems.
Opening File Explorer with Admin Rights on Windows
On Windows, opening File Explorer with admin rights is a straightforward process. Here’s how you can do it:
1. Click on the Start button located at the bottom left corner of your screen.
2. Type “File Explorer” in the search bar and select the File Explorer app from the search results.
3. Right-click on the File Explorer app and choose “Run as administrator” from the context menu. A User Account Control (UAC) prompt will appear, asking for your permission to proceed.
4. Click “Yes” to grant admin rights to File Explorer. The File Explorer window will now open with elevated privileges, allowing you to access and modify protected files and folders.
Alternatively, you can use the following methods to open File Explorer with admin rights:
– Hold down the Shift key while right-clicking on the File Explorer app icon and selecting “Open file location.” Then, right-click on the File Explorer executable file and choose “Run as administrator.”
– Use the Windows key + X keyboard shortcut to open the Power User menu, and then select “Windows Terminal (Admin)” or “Command Prompt (Admin)” from the list. Once the terminal or command prompt opens, type “explorer” and press Enter.
Opening File Explorer with Admin Rights on macOS
On macOS, opening File Explorer with admin rights is slightly different, as macOS does not have a built-in File Explorer app like Windows. However, you can use the Finder app to access and modify protected files and folders with admin privileges. Here’s how to do it:
1. Open the Finder app by clicking on its icon in the Dock or by pressing Command + Space and typing “Finder” in the Spotlight search bar.
2. Navigate to the folder or file you want to access with admin rights.
3. Right-click on the folder or file and choose “Get Info” from the context menu.
4. In the Info window, click on the lock icon at the bottom of the window and enter your administrator password when prompted.
5. Once you have entered the password, the lock icon will disappear, and you can now modify the folder or file with admin rights.
By following these steps, you can easily open File Explorer with admin rights on both Windows and macOS, allowing you to perform tasks that require elevated permissions with ease.
