How do you access files that are denied?

Question

All right a few days ago i system restored my computer to its original state, and i made a backup folder for all my old files . But now when i click the backup folder it says access is denied .

How do i access these files?

Answer 1

You need to take ownership of these file.Follow the process.

1.Go to My Computer ->Clcik on tools->Folder options->View Tab->Scroll the scroll bar to the bottom->Look for "Use simple file sharing" ans see if it is checked, if its checked then uncheck the box ->Click on Apply and Ok.

1.Now locate the folder that you are not able to access.

2.Right click on folder->Click on properties->Clcik on security tab.

3.Now click on Add->and type everyone->Clik on checkname->ok

4.Again clik on Add->Type administrator->Clik on checkname->ok

Provide full permission to both of them.

You will be able to access the file and folder

Answer 2

do you have administrator privleges?

Answer 3

from the DOS

Answer 4

You must be an administrator.  Right click on the backup folder and go to properties, then the permissions tab.  Make sure you have permissions to everything.

Answer 5

you have to login in administrator user  for access that particular file