Add Take Ownership Option in File / Folder Context Menu in Windows Vista

Many times we need to take ownership of a file or folder in Windows. You’ll need to follow a few steps to do this task but not any more. Download following zip file and extract its content. You’ll get a .REG file. Run the file and accept the confirmation. It’ll add an extra option “Take Ownership” in file/folder context menu:

taking-ownership-in-vista.zip

It’ll make the whole process very easy and quick.

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9 Replies:

M4573R said:

Thanx, but the quotes dont work…
VG said:

^^ Thanks. I have uploaded a ready-made .REG file. So just use it without any problem.
Zygo said:

what do u call these types of REG mods, i want one that put’s a shorcut to a folder i choose like my documents on rightclick, so ur in a folder u feel lazy and you go to the custom link.

thanks for da Mod, wiked
VG said:

^^ Please follow this tutorial:

Link
Jay said:

Is there a way to undo everything.. Cause I took ownership of the Windows folder and now a lot of my programs are not working and they do not have an icon on the desktop… Please Help!
Ronald said:

not a good to modify your registry without a backup. You should always export yur registry to your desktop or folder then make changes. If find you have screwed yur windows up just reboot in safe mode and import the backup copy. You are asking for touble when you try a registry mod you found online with out a backup

VG great stuff truly enjoy your site and your support. great photos btw
VG said:

^^ Thanks.
Sora said:

i don’t have a backup software = = can i use system restore instead?
VG said:

^^ Yep.