This is typically not recommended as UAC exists for a reason, but if you're so inclined follow the steps here: As far as I know, this task will be started with Admin rights if it is started using +R when UAC is disabled, Anyway, you can do the same if you press key, type notepad in the Search field and press Ctrl + Shift + Enter. If you need administrator privileges to run it, right-click Command Prompt and then choose Run as Administrator. Making statements based on opinion; back them up with references or personal experience. Please, a minor question: I am trying to use your script with my own program (calling a .lnk file that executes a Windows shell .exe), and I can not set my preferred icon, as I always do with any .lnk file.This is: the icon gets assigned to the .lnk, but during the execution (after accepting UAC prompt) the running window has the usual CMD icon. Click Start > All Programs > Accessories. value="sw">Swahili