Run File Explorer as Administrator in Windows 11 or 10

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In this video, you will learn on How to Run File Explorer as Administrator in Windows 11 or 10. File Explorer, also known as Windows Explorer or Explorer, is a file and folder browser available in every version of Windows, including Windows 11 and 10. The File Explorer is used to browse internal and external hard drives, folders, and all types of files on your PC. By default, when you open File Explorer in Windows, it opens with average or standard privileges. However, if you sign in to Windows as an administrator, File Explorer opens with full rights. But typically, Windows users do not sign in to their PC with an administrator account. So, if you’re not signed in as administrator but for some reason, if you wish to open the File Explorer with elevated rights, this gearupwindows article will guide you. How to Open or Access File Explorer in Windows 11 or 10 as an Administrator? To launch File Explorer with elevated rights, first, open File Explorer by pressing Windows + E keys on your keyboard. Then, navigate to the “C:\Windows” directory or folder. After that, locate the explorer app and right-click on that. From the available options, select Run as administrator. That's it. File Explorer will now open with admin privilege. How to Run File Explorer using Task Manager in Windows 11/10 as Administrator?