How do I get rid of the shield icon?
Funny how such a stupid little icon can be so annoying.
- Right-click the shortcut.
- Click the Open File Location button.
- Make a copy of the target file (e.g., WinRAR.exe -> WinRARcopy.exe)
- Right-click the new copy.
- Send to > Desktop (create shortcut)
- Delete the original shortcut from the desktop.
Why is there a blue and yellow shield on my icons?
The blue and yellow shield that shows on that icon is the UAC shield that is being placed on a desktop icon if the program requires permission from the user to run for the accounts protection. This is to prevent other users in accessing the program using their account. This cannot be removed by default.
How do I get rid of Run as administrator icon?
a. Right-click on the program’s shortcut (or exe file) and choose Properties. b. Switch to the compatibility tab and uncheck the box next to “Run this program as an administrator”.
How do I remove default icons in Windows 7?
Add and Remove Default Desktop Icons in Windows 7
- Right-click on the Desktop and A. click on Personalize from the menu.
- When the Personalization window opens, click on the Change desktop icons link.
- When the Desktop Icon Settings window opens, select the icons you wish to display on the desktop.
Why is there a shield on my Google Chrome icon?
Google Chrome verifies that the website content you view is transmitted securely. If you visit a page in your Canvas course that is linked to insecure content, Chrome will display a shield icon in the browser address bar.
How do I get rid of the blue and yellow shield on my desktop icons Windows 7?
To change it and get rid of the shield:
- Right-click on the shortcut → Properties.
- Advanced… → Un-check Run as Administrator → OK → Reboot your computer. (To run as Administrator: Right-click shortcut → Run as Administrator)
Do you allow this app to make changes to your device?
What does the download screen “Do you want to allow this app to make changes to your device?” mean? It is a part of Microsofts User Account Control. Basically, it is a security warning that is designed to alert you whenever a software program is trying to make administrator-level changes to your computer.
How do I get Windows to stop asking for administrator permission?
Go to the System and Security group of settings, click Security & Maintenance and expand the options under Security. Scroll down until you see the Windows SmartScreen section. Click ‘Change settings’ under it. You will need admin rights to make these changes.