why doesnt my computer recognize me as admin

Question

My computer doesnt recognize me as admin, its not allowing me to delete files or download browsers like chrome or microsoft edge also

Answer 1

If your computer does not recognize you as an administrator, it could be due to several reasons:

1. User Account Control (UAC) Settings: Sometimes, the User Account Control settings may restrict your permissions. You can check these settings in the Control Panel under User Accounts.
2. Account Type: Ensure that your account is indeed an administrator account. You can check this by going to Settings > Accounts > Your Info. If it says "Administrator," you should have admin rights.
3. Corrupted User Profile: If your user profile is corrupted, it might not function properly. You may need to create a new user account with administrative privileges.
4. Group Policy Settings: If your computer is part of a domain, group policies might restrict your permissions. You may need to contact your system administrator for assistance.
5. Windows Updates: Ensure that your Windows is up to date, as updates can sometimes fix permission issues.

If you are still having trouble, you may want to boot into Safe Mode and see if you can access administrative functions from there. You can also try running a system file check by using the command sfc /scannow in the Command Prompt (run as administrator).

If these steps do not resolve the issue, consider seeking help from Microsoft Support or a professional technician.

Answer 2

Thanks for sharing the details! Try to force elevation manually

Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc → Task Manager

Click File → Run new task

Type:

cmd

Check ✔ Create this task with administrative privileges

Click OK

If this fails or the checkbox is missing, Windows is not granting admin tokens, proceed with these steps below:

Press Win + R

Type:

services.msc

Find Windows Installer

Set:

• Startup type: Manual
• Status: Start

If it refuses to start → system permissions are damaged

See if these help. If you need further assistance just let me know.

Best regards,

Kimberly