admin prompt

About this tag
The admin prompt tag covers issues related to opening and using the Command Prompt with administrator privileges in Windows 11. Users report problems such as the admin prompt not launching from the Start menu after updates, or needing it to run system tools like SFC /scannow. Troubleshooting steps mentioned include using the Run dialog, checking for updates, and alternative methods to access the elevated command prompt. The tag focuses on practical solutions for accessing admin-level command-line tools when standard methods fail.
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    Windows 11 Mystery faint box in Win 11

    Win11 works fine for a day or so, then it becomes unstable, with a mystery faint box in lower centre of screen (refer 2 attached). I also have a video clip showing this, but it is 15MB and this forum doesn't seem to allow it to be added (if someone provides an email address I can send it). If I...
    • sidr
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    • admin prompt cursor drivers mystery box reboot screen issue troubleshooting unstable video clip windows 11
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support

  2. Windows 10 Can't open Admin Prompt?

    Hi Guys... Since the last update I can't open the Command Prompt from the Start Menu. When I click on it nothing happens. If I open the Run window, and type "Command" I get the option to click on it and it opens. But I want to run SFC /scannow and I need to be logged in as Admin. I can't...
    • MikeHawthorne
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    • admin prompt command prompt powershell run window sfc scan start menu troubleshooting windows 10 windows update
    • Replies: 11
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support