Hi Everyone! Need help in installing application in Compatibility mode. I am facing restrictions while installing any application. What can be the reason? How can I resolve this issue? Thank you in advance.
I am using Windows 10. HP i3 8th Generation with 8GB RAM.
Right click on the installation file (.exe?) > Properties > Compatibility tab > tick Run this program in compatibility mode for (select Windows version) > OK
Then run the installation.
You may have to experiment with the various Windows version options available.
It probably would help to know about the program, name, system requirements, etc. Nice thing about computers and software is there's a lot of information available if knowing what to look for.
It's quite easy. Simply go to C:\Program Files in directories. Also in C:\Program Files (x86). And you will get exe file there.
Hi Noah, welcome to Ten Forums.
Navigate to the exe installation file using Windows Explorer. Right-click & select 'Troubleshoot compatibility.
Select Troubleshoot program.
Click box, The program worked in an earlier version of Windows...
Select best choice for OS type based on vintage of app being installed.
Click Test the program.
Sometimes I've had success using an earlier OS type, it really depends on the vintage of the program.
With this particular Dell driver installation file, I knew the PC came with Windows 7 and the file from Dell indicated the OS, so the choice was obvious.
Please post if you have any further questions.
Unfortunately, some of the above replies will cause you confusion as they address the issue of running a program (i.e. already successfully installed) as an administrator, rather than the actual installation process in Administrator mode
Installing vs running as Administrator ... each a totally different process. From your original post, I'm assuming you mean the former/first option.
In this regard, we need to know where you're getting the program from - Are you downloading it? Are you getting it from Windows Store? Is it saved on your computer? Is it on an external device (e.g. USB)?
Is the file type extension an .exe, .msi, ... ? You will need to change the settings on Windows/File Explorer to reveal this ...
Open Explorer > View menu > Options (on menu bar) > in the Folder Options window that opens, View tab > look for Hide extensions for known file types > untick > OK. Now files listed in Explorer will show the file type extension
Is your user logon access to Windows set as Administrator?
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