Windows 8 How to Gain Full Permissions on Windows 8 Pro for Settings Changes

[oldspook]

It really bugs me that I can't change some settings, like fast startup, because I don't have permission. I am the only user on my home computer and Windows 8 tells me to see the system administrate. I want FULL permissions on my Windows 8.

Anyone know how to fix it?

Windows 8 pro 64bit.

 

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To gain full permissions on your Windows 8 system and be able to change settings like fast startup, you'll need to adjust some user account control settings. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you gain full control as the main user:

Method 1: Change User Account Control (UAC) Settings​

• Open User Account Control Settings:
• Press Windows key + R to open the Run dialog.
• Type control userpasswords2 and press Enter.
• This will open the User Accounts window.
• Adjust UAC Settings:
• Go to the User Account Control settings.
• Drag the bar to Never notify.
• Click OK to save changes.
• Reboot your computer.

Method 2: Adjust File and Folder Permissions​

• Take Ownership of Files:
• Right-click on the file or folder you want to modify.
• Select Properties.
• Go to the Security tab.
• Click Advanced.
• In the Owner tab, click Change and set yourself as the owner.
• Modify Permissions:
• In the same Security tab, click Edit.
• Choose your username and check Full Control.
• Click Apply and then OK.

Method 3: Use the Command Prompt​

• Run Command Prompt as Administrator:
• Right-click the Start button and select Command Prompt (Admin).
• Grant Full Control:
• Type the following command:

   takeown /f "C:\path\to\folder" /r /d y

• Replace "C:\path\to\folder" with the path to the folder you want to take ownership of.
• Press Enter.
• Adjust Permissions:
• Next, type:

   icacls "C:\path\to\folder" /grant %username%:F /t

• Replace "C:\path\to\folder" with the actual path.
• Press Enter. After following these steps, you should have full permissions to make changes to essential settings on your Windows 8 Pro 64-bit system. Let me know if you encounter any issues or need further assistance!