I'm trying to copy new ADMX files while logged in as a standard user, but it's been tricky for me. I remember doing this in the past since I have a folder in SYSVOL with backups of old PolicyDefinitions. However, I can't recall how exactly I did it. I'm struggling to open File Explorer as an administrator and also can't access \\domain\sysvol\domain\policies using an elevated command prompt. Does anyone have any tips?
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Another alternative is to use a third-party file explorer like FreeCommander with admin privileges. Or you could also map a network drive using an admin user, which can help you out a bit.
One more way is to try using the Run dialog. You could type: 'cmd' and hit Ctrl + Shift + Enter, then navigate the command line to access the SYSVOL directory. It might be less user-friendly, but it could work!
It's definitely a bit more complicated nowadays! I usually start by launching CMD or PowerShell as an administrator. From there, you can use 'net use' to connect or mount the SYSVOL path directly. That often does the trick!
You can run almost anything as an admin by going to Start > Run (or just press Win+R). Type 'explorer' and hit Ctrl + Shift + Enter to launch it as an administrator. You might also try the UNC path like \SYSVOL\. It should get you close!
Totally agree! It’s frustrating that File Explorer doesn't prompt for elevation when you need to rename or modify files—it would definitely simplify things.
For sure, if you just need to copy files over, that method should be pretty straightforward!