October 25, 2020|knowledge1 min read

BC Tip 12 – Testing Permissions

BC Tip 12 – Testing Permissions

Run As

Testing permissions is always a hassle. Change the permissions then log out and in as the new user to test the permissions. Here we can use a secret windows trick instead:

Hold the Shift key down and Right-Click on your icon:

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Select Run as a different user and login:

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And now you are logged in as John:

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A word of warning though: Now all documents saved to the desktop or documents will be saved to John’s desktop or documents.

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