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Turn off the UAC prompt that asks to run as admin, while keeping the overall security settings intact...

Turn off the UAC prompt that asks to run as admin, while keeping the overall security settings intact...

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WaZtoX
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06-07-2016, 12:49 AM
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Hello everyone: I often run as administrator and it’s starting to feel overwhelming. That warning pops up too frequently—I really want it removed before I risk losing my system. I’ve checked all the sources, but they suggest disabling UAC, which isn’t what I’m after. Just need those confirmation alerts gone... Could you help me? I don’t want to face serious consequences for accidentally shutting down the system... Thanks. Xog.
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WaZtoX
06-07-2016, 12:49 AM #1

Hello everyone: I often run as administrator and it’s starting to feel overwhelming. That warning pops up too frequently—I really want it removed before I risk losing my system. I’ve checked all the sources, but they suggest disabling UAC, which isn’t what I’m after. Just need those confirmation alerts gone... Could you help me? I don’t want to face serious consequences for accidentally shutting down the system... Thanks. Xog.

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Peedy
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06-07-2016, 02:49 AM
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It's basically the same thing (when running something as admin the prompt you get is UAC) so I'm not aware of a way to do that. The scrary bit is having to run things as admin that frequently though.
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Peedy
06-07-2016, 02:49 AM #2

It's basically the same thing (when running something as admin the prompt you get is UAC) so I'm not aware of a way to do that. The scrary bit is having to run things as admin that frequently though.

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06-07-2016, 11:50 AM
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I frequently adjust systems and perform maintenance tasks. Some applications function more smoothly in the admin area. Things like drive maintenance programs seem to work better there.
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FanaticMC
06-07-2016, 11:50 AM #3

I frequently adjust systems and perform maintenance tasks. Some applications function more smoothly in the admin area. Things like drive maintenance programs seem to work better there.

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DivinFighter
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06-07-2016, 04:53 PM
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Usually the most effective setting is turning on the notification only for changes in UAC (User Account Control). It won’t stop all popups, but it prevents the screen from being completely hidden. This approach keeps the focus on the task at hand without fully covering the desktop.
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DivinFighter
06-07-2016, 04:53 PM #4

Usually the most effective setting is turning on the notification only for changes in UAC (User Account Control). It won’t stop all popups, but it prevents the screen from being completely hidden. This approach keeps the focus on the task at hand without fully covering the desktop.

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06-07-2016, 05:38 PM
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It really shouldn't happen unless the software is badly broken. That’s even more problematic because you’d have to check for the UAC prompt, only to find it still appears and disappear too late.
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TaraMxrie
06-07-2016, 05:38 PM #5

It really shouldn't happen unless the software is badly broken. That’s even more problematic because you’d have to check for the UAC prompt, only to find it still appears and disappear too late.

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06-07-2016, 09:27 PM
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Thanks, but as Kilrah mentioned, I’m quite the strict control person. The admin settings let certain apps handle things Windows doesn’t like—like cleaning the C-drive during startup or running a chkdsk scan.
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Dremzy
06-07-2016, 09:27 PM #6

Thanks, but as Kilrah mentioned, I’m quite the strict control person. The admin settings let certain apps handle things Windows doesn’t like—like cleaning the C-drive during startup or running a chkdsk scan.

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06-07-2016, 09:54 PM
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Defragmenting isn't needed on SSDs, and both TRIM for SSDs and defrag for HDDs operate automatically so you don't have to worry. You can run a Chkdsk scan twice a year for added peace of mind. The left arrow lets you quickly dismiss UAC prompts.
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06-07-2016, 09:54 PM #7

Defragmenting isn't needed on SSDs, and both TRIM for SSDs and defrag for HDDs operate automatically so you don't have to worry. You can run a Chkdsk scan twice a year for added peace of mind. The left arrow lets you quickly dismiss UAC prompts.

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Tilzy
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06-14-2016, 09:58 PM
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Yes, UAC appears when programs with the Windows Shield icon are launched. Many applications, such as MSI Afterburner, trigger this alert.
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Tilzy
06-14-2016, 09:58 PM #8

Yes, UAC appears when programs with the Windows Shield icon are launched. Many applications, such as MSI Afterburner, trigger this alert.

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06-21-2016, 07:39 PM
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The shield symbol in an app signals it will modify your hard drive, such as adding software to C: Drive. OP: UAC is the warning. To hide the prompt, simply disable UAC.
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Rexty_
06-21-2016, 07:39 PM #9

The shield symbol in an app signals it will modify your hard drive, such as adding software to C: Drive. OP: UAC is the warning. To hide the prompt, simply disable UAC.

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06-28-2016, 02:36 AM
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I operate with four 4TB NAS units. They require periodic defragmentation. Appreciate it.
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Luludugard30
06-28-2016, 02:36 AM #10

I operate with four 4TB NAS units. They require periodic defragmentation. Appreciate it.

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