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How can I possibly ask for permission from my folder when I’m completely lost?

How can I possibly ask for permission from my folder when I’m completely lost?

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War91
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06-20-2023, 05:15 PM
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I'm trying to store my VPN profile in a particular folder, but it keeps warning me about permission issues. The folder is on my desktop as a shortcut to the OpenVPN config. If I save it there first and then try to move it into that folder without access, it asks for permission and lets me proceed with a click. I'm frustrated because I want to save directly without trouble, and I've attached screenshots to clarify my steps.
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War91
06-20-2023, 05:15 PM #1

I'm trying to store my VPN profile in a particular folder, but it keeps warning me about permission issues. The folder is on my desktop as a shortcut to the OpenVPN config. If I save it there first and then try to move it into that folder without access, it asks for permission and lets me proceed with a click. I'm frustrated because I want to save directly without trouble, and I've attached screenshots to clarify my steps.

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Floppie20
Member
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06-28-2023, 02:32 PM
#2
It's likely your IT team needs to grant you write access to the folder. You can attempt this by pressing add, selecting principal, entering your full Windows username, clicking check names to verify formatting, then confirming full control. If successful, you should have the necessary permissions; otherwise, you won't be able to modify it. It's usually better to check the folder permissions for the destination rather than the specific file you're trying to copy.
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Floppie20
06-28-2023, 02:32 PM #2

It's likely your IT team needs to grant you write access to the folder. You can attempt this by pressing add, selecting principal, entering your full Windows username, clicking check names to verify formatting, then confirming full control. If successful, you should have the necessary permissions; otherwise, you won't be able to modify it. It's usually better to check the folder permissions for the destination rather than the specific file you're trying to copy.

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angelcake_11
Senior Member
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06-28-2023, 04:22 PM
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angelcake_11
06-28-2023, 04:22 PM #3

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ByFeNix1350
Senior Member
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06-29-2023, 12:14 AM
#4
Do you have a Windows outlook account? If yes, the corresponding email address is provided.
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ByFeNix1350
06-29-2023, 12:14 AM #4

Do you have a Windows outlook account? If yes, the corresponding email address is provided.

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EnderBoba
Junior Member
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07-05-2023, 03:38 AM
#5
I don<|pad|> a Microsoft account isn't connected to my computer. During the installation, I chose not to enter my Wi-Fi information since it would require signing in to my Microsoft account. To avoid that, I didn't provide any Wi-Fi details when setting up Windows, because I prefer avoiding Skype and other Microsoft applications that appear frequently.
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EnderBoba
07-05-2023, 03:38 AM #5

I don<|pad|> a Microsoft account isn't connected to my computer. During the installation, I chose not to enter my Wi-Fi information since it would require signing in to my Microsoft account. To avoid that, I didn't provide any Wi-Fi details when setting up Windows, because I prefer avoiding Skype and other Microsoft applications that appear frequently.

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WildCandy
Senior Member
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07-05-2023, 04:58 AM
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The "folder" on your desktop acts as a quick link to a directory in "Program Files." Its access settings block random changes by other installed programs. To add files, you usually must run the application with admin rights. (You can also simply paste the file in.)
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WildCandy
07-05-2023, 04:58 AM #6

The "folder" on your desktop acts as a quick link to a directory in "Program Files." Its access settings block random changes by other installed programs. To add files, you usually must run the application with admin rights. (You can also simply paste the file in.)

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Casperated
Junior Member
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07-05-2023, 06:23 AM
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If other options don't work - visit the provided link for instructions on adding reset permissions in the context menu. However, if @AbydosOne is right, I wouldn't suggest using that method for Program Files.
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Casperated
07-05-2023, 06:23 AM #7

If other options don't work - visit the provided link for instructions on adding reset permissions in the context menu. However, if @AbydosOne is right, I wouldn't suggest using that method for Program Files.

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marsguy18
Junior Member
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07-07-2023, 06:57 AM
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marsguy18
07-07-2023, 06:57 AM #8

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Beny8000
Member
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07-07-2023, 12:14 PM
#9
No, I am not currently running an administrator account.
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Beny8000
07-07-2023, 12:14 PM #9

No, I am not currently running an administrator account.

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Falconik
Junior Member
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07-09-2023, 06:21 AM
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It seems you're wondering about verifying your system. You mentioned checking and confirming it works, so let's explore ways to ensure that.
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Falconik
07-09-2023, 06:21 AM #10

It seems you're wondering about verifying your system. You mentioned checking and confirming it works, so let's explore ways to ensure that.

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