While this behavior is by design, you can configure the Windows Terminal to always run as an administrator in two ways by changing the app settings or using a shortcut approach, instead of having to do the extra steps to access the option from the app context menu. In this guide, you will learn the steps to configure the command-line experience to open elevated by default.
Always open Windows Terminal as an admin with Settings Always open Windows Terminal as an admin with Shortcut
Always open Windows Terminal as an admin with Settings
To run all command consoles elevated through Windows Terminal on Windows 10, use these steps: Once you complete the steps, the next time you open Command Prompt, PowerShell, or any other command terminal, it will open elevated.
Always open Windows Terminal as an admin with Shortcut
Alternatively, you can also create a shortcut that you can specify to run as an administrator on Windows 10. To always run Windows Terminal as an administrator using a shortcut, use these steps: Once you complete the steps, you can double-click the shortcut to open always open the Windows Terminal as administrator.
If you want, you could also drag the shortcut to the taskbar to pin it. Or you can right-click the shortcut and select the Pin to Start option to run the app as an administrator from the Start menu. All content on this site is provided with no warranties, express or implied. Use any information at your own risk. Always backup of your device and files before making any changes. Privacy policy info.
