If you are trying to change or modify a system file in Windows, you will run into a difficulty when it comes to replacing or changing system files. You have to take ownership of the file and then grant your username full control of the file, after you can make your modifications to the file. So here is the solution that helps to accomplish the goal to take permission of files and folders in Windows Vista and Windows 7.
How To:
1. Run CMD as Administrator
2. Execute the following commands one by one:
TAKEOWN /F [Path of file or folder]
ICACLS [Path of file or folder] /grant Administrators:F
3. Now you able to change or modify the files and folders
Applies To:
- Windows Server 2008 R2
- Windows 7
- Windows Server 2008
- Windows Vista
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