Windows 10: Can't run programs as an administrator

Discus and support Can't run programs as an administrator in Windows 10 BSOD Crashes and Debugging to solve the problem; Hey, so recently I posted a question related to an issue with the windows installer. After looking into it, and encountering similar issues with other... Discussion in 'Windows 10 BSOD Crashes and Debugging' started by GreatGatherer, Apr 16, 2021.

  1. Can't run programs as an administrator


    Hey, so recently I posted a question related to an issue with the windows installer. After looking into it, and encountering similar issues with other programs, I managed to figure out the fix would be to run the sfc.



    And that's when another problem emerged, I try to run sfc, and the computer tells me I have to be an admin to do that. OK, I try to run it in administrator mode, but I get an error saying 'the specified module could not be found'. I even tried changing UAC, just to be met with a black flash, an error sound, and no change.

    :)
     
    GreatGatherer, Apr 16, 2021
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  2. Joe9090 Win User

    Running Programs for a standard user

    Hello

    You mentioned checking the the box 'Run as Administrator'

    This is the opposite of what I require ,I wanted to avoid running programs as admin . By unchecking 'Run As Administrator' I am still getting an admin credential verification prompt

    Any further suggestions ?
     
    Joe9090, Apr 16, 2021
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  3. Cannot run a program from an Administrator account

    Hi,

    Welcome to Microsoft Community and thank you for your interest in Windows 10.

    • Have you tried with other programs?
    • Is this issue confined only with particular app\program?
    I suggest you to check with other apps\programs and let us know with the result.

    Also enter the following command to enable the hidden administrator account:

    net user administrator /active:yes

    Note: Disable the account by running the following command after troubleshooting the issue:

    net user administrator /active:no

    Once you have enabled the account, you will see it listed in the user accounts control panel applet. Note that the account has not assigned a password to it, and that you should consider setting one to improve account security.

    Hope this information was helpful and do let us know if you need further assistance. We will be glad to assist.



     
    Karthicka_R, Apr 16, 2021
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  4. Can't run programs as an administrator

    0x80070057 when trying to run Program Compatibility Troubleshooter in Windows 10

    Hi Paul,

    For us to better isolate your concern, we'd like to get additional information. Kindly answer the following questions below:

    • Are the programs already installed on your computer?
    • What other troubleshooting steps have you done so far?
    If you're still trying to install the programs, we suggest changing the compatibility mode of the installers before installing the programs. Follow the steps below:

    • Right-click AOL Desktop installer or Facebook Gameroom.
    • Select Properties.
    • Go to Compatibility tab.
    • Check the box for Run this program in compatibility mode for.
    • Click the drop-down option and select any Windows previous version.
    • Check Run this program as an administrator.
    • Click Apply, then OK.
    • Try to install the program using the installer.
    We'll keep an eye out for your response.
     
    Martin Bar, Apr 16, 2021
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