Sep 25, 2025 · Sometimes, though, you'll need to open the Command Prompt as an administrator so that you can run commands that require administrative privileges. Here are three quick …

Feb 27, 2025 · To do this quickly, open the Start menu, type “cmd,” right-click the Command Prompt app, and select “Run as administrator.” A User Account Control (UAC) window will pop …

Nov 28, 2025 · Click Command Prompt (Admin). Alternatively, if you pressed ⊞ Win + X to open the Power User menu, you can press A to choose the Command Prompt (Admin) option (you'll …

Jul 30, 2025 · In Windows 7 or Vista, find Command Prompt in Accessories, right-click, and choose to run as administrator. This article explains how to open an elevated Command …

Dec 24, 2025 · The most straightforward approach is using the Search feature: simply type Command Prompt in the search bar, right-click the result, and select Run as administrator.

Aug 23, 2025 · Press the Windows + R keys to open the Run dialog and type cmd. Press Ctrl + Shift + Enter keys and the Command Prompt will open as administrator. If you want a more …

Mar 25, 2025 · Right-click the Windows Terminal (or Command Prompt) button. Right-click the Terminal item from the context menu. Select the Run as administrator option. Once you …

Feb 11, 2025 · Click on the Start button or press the Windows key. Type “ cmd ” in the search bar. Right-click on “Command Prompt” in the search results. Select “Run as administrator” from the …

Dec 5, 2025 · Opening Command Prompt in elevated mode gives you full control to perform advanced system tasks. This guide covers the quickest and easiest ways to open Command …

Nov 17, 2024 · Click on the Search icon located on the taskbar. Type cmd or command prompt into the search bar. In the search results, right-click on the Command Prompt app and select …