i can't execute program in visual studio without administrator account after changing the assembly name

Question

Hi,

after windows updates,

I can't execute program on visual studio (Debug/Release) without administrator account

after changing assembly name.

changing version name of assembly name is able to execute program without administrator account.

ex) Device Manager - Ver 1.2.1---> Device Manager - Ver 1.0.0

but changing all name of assambly name is not able to execute program without administrator account.

ex0 Device Manager - Ver 1.2.1--> Device FW Update Manager - Ver 1.0.0

why is it?

Thank you,

leegwanghyo

Answer 1

The issue is happening because changing the full assembly name (like product name or title) can cause Windows User Account Control (UAC) to treat the program as a new or unknown application.

Below steps can be followed

1. Right-click your Visual Studio shortcut → Run as Administrator.

This gives full permission for testing the new assembly name.

 2. Check your project’s manifest file: Go to your .csproj or project properties → Application tab → Manifest. Set it to "asInvoker" if it's set to "requireAdministrator".

This prevents asking for admin rights every time.

3.Changing small version parts (e.g., Ver 1.2.1 → 1.3) ,changing the whole name (e.g., Device Manager → Device FW Update Manager) can trigger UAC.

4. After changing assembly name, do clean Solution and rebuild Solution

If still blocked, use Windows Defender → Allow app through controlled folder access.