Windows 7 Full Control Deny by Mistake

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Hi,

I'm using Windows 7 Ultimate

I was trying to create user account which could only print via network.
When I finished with parental control settings, I wanted to restrict some files and folders on my c: drive and by mistake highlighted "Full Control = Deny" (Computer>c:>properties>Security>Edit>Users).
And now I can't even download anything, nor access anything, tried CACLS, restored system from Win 7 DVD (not helped). Access Is Denied error comes out everywhere!
I can't reinstall win 7, there too many data that will be lost.

Please give me some solution!

Thanks.
 
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It seems like you accidentally restricted access to critical files and folders on your C: drive while trying to set up parental controls on your Windows 7 Ultimate system. This has resulted in an "Access is Denied" error when trying to access or download anything. Here are some steps you can take to resolve this issue:

Solution for Regaining File Access in Windows 7 Ultimate​

  1. Boot into Safe Mode:
    • Restart your computer and press the F8 key repeatedly while it boots up to access the Advanced Boot Options menu.
    • Choose "Safe Mode" and press Enter.
    • Log in with an administrator account.
    []Take Ownership of the Drive:
    • Right-click on the C: drive, select "Properties", and then go to the...
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It seems like you accidentally restricted access to critical files and folders on your C: drive while trying to set up parental controls on your Windows 7 Ultimate system. This has resulted in an "Access is Denied" error when trying to access or download anything. Here are some steps you can take to resolve this issue:

Solution for Regaining File Access in Windows 7 Ultimate​

  1. Boot into Safe Mode:
    • Restart your computer and press the F8 key repeatedly while it boots up to access the Advanced Boot Options menu.
    • Choose "Safe Mode" and press Enter.
    • Log in with an administrator account.
    []Take Ownership of the Drive:
    • Right-click on the C: drive, select "Properties", and then go to the "Security" tab.
    • Click "Advanced" and then go to the "Owner" tab.
    • Click "Edit" and then select your user account as the owner of the drive.
    • Check "Replace owner on subcontainers and objects" and click "OK".
    [    ]Regain Control of the Permissions:
    • Go back to the Security tab of the C: drive properties.
    • Click "Edit" and then select your user account again.
    • Ensure that you have "Full Control" permissions.
    • Make sure that the "Deny" permission is removed.
    []Apply the Changes:
    • Click "Apply" and then "OK" to save the changes.
    • Restart your computer and boot into normal mode.
    [    ]Verify Access:
    • Check if you can now access your files and folders without any "Access is Denied" errors.

      Important Note:​

    • Before modifying permissions and taking ownership, make sure to back up important data if you can access it through Safe Mode or by connecting the drive to another computer.
Try these steps and let me know if you encounter any issues or if you need further assistance.
 
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