About this tag
The administrator permissions tag on WindowsForum.com covers issues where users lack full control over their Windows 11 systems, often after upgrading from Windows 10. Discussions include problems with restoring items from the recycle bin when the administrator account appears to have limited visibility, and challenges in assigning all privileges to the primary user. The tag addresses troubleshooting steps for gaining total control over the PC, understanding how administrator profiles work, and resolving permission-related obstacles that prevent normal file management tasks. It is relevant for users seeking to manage their own systems effectively when standard instructions do not match their setup.
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    Windows 11 is blocking me from restoring items in my recycle bin

    I am the sole owner of and only user of MY PC. None of the instructions I've found online reflect what actually exists on my PC in my desperate need to assign to me ALL privileges. A few months ago I was able to set up "administrator" profile but the administrator sees practically nothing that...