Once installed, gaining control over restricted files is straightforward:
: You can highlight multiple files at once, right-click, and take ownership of all of them simultaneously. install take ownership.reg download
: Double-click the downloaded .reg file. You will see a User Account Control (UAC) prompt; click Yes to proceed. Once installed, gaining control over restricted files is
: Windows will warn you about changing the registry. Click Yes to merge the information and then OK when the confirmation message appears. : Windows will warn you about changing the registry
: Search for a reputable source like TenForums or ElevenForum to find the Add_Take_Ownership_to_context_menu.reg file.
: This tool makes the current user or administrators group the official owner of a file or folder.
: Right-click any file or folder. In Windows 11, you may need to click Show more options to see the new "Take Ownership" entry. How to Use the New Menu Option