However, you should be careful before using this. If you change ownership or permissions on important system folders, it can make your computer unstable or cause other problems. Microsoft recommends not taking ownership of system files unless you really need to, because it can affect how Windows works. Before you start, please note that this guide is written for Windows 10 systems where the language is set to English.

1. Use Registry Files

Download this file. You’ll get a compressed file, which you need to extract or decompress using WinRAR or WinZIP. After extraction, you’ll find two registry files inside the folder. Run the file that says “Install” to add the option. If you ever want to remove it later, just run the file with “Uninstall” in its name. When you run the file, click “Yes” when prompted by UAC, and then again when Registry Editor asks you to confirm. Once finished, reboot your PC. After restarting, the “Take Ownership” option will appear in both file and folder context menus. Once you right-click any folder or file, you’ll immediately become the owner and can make any changes you want to that particular item.

If you’re more experienced with computers, you can also take ownership manually using the Command Prompt. Here’s how:

  1. Run Command Prompt as administrator: Hold the Windows Key and press X, then choose Command Prompt (Admin). 2. Enter the following commands: This will take ownership of a file and give full permissions to it. icacls filename /grant administrators:F For a folder, use:

2. Manually Through the Registry:

Now we’ll show you how to manually add the “Take Ownership” command by editing the Windows Registry. Please keep in mind: the Registry Editor is powerful. Be careful when making changes, as incorrect edits can cause problems. Always create a system restore point or back up your registry before you start. icacls foldername /grant administrators:F /t We’ll be editing two locations in the registry: one for all file types, and one for folders.

 

This will add the “Take Ownership” option to the context menu for files.

Now, let’s add the same option for folders. We’ll follow almost the same process, but in a slightly different location:

This will add the “Take Ownership” option to the context menu for folders as well.

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