unable to save permission changes on ExplorerFrame.dll


  1. Posts : 24
    Windows 7 Home Premium 64bit
       #1

    unable to save permission changes on ExplorerFrame.dll


    hey everyone,
    Im trying to replace my explorerframe.dll to one that suits my visual style. Im using a program called windows theme installer, which does it for you. However it says that access is denied to changing files.
    So i went into the system32 folder and gave myself full control on the explorerframe.dll file. I am now trying to give myself full control of the explorerframe.dll in the sysWOW64 directory too, but after pressing apply it says access is denied to saving changes.

    I have windows 7 x64 service pack 1, and UAC disabled. A few weeks ago i did need to make use of the /sfc scannow command, as i rushed through some customization steps, could that be the cause or something similar?

    Thanks for any help
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  2. Posts : 12,120
    Win 7 Pro x64 / Win 10 Pro
       #2

    I have literally changed hundreds of system files using this method below.
    To properly change a system file you need to take ownership give yourself permission and rename the old file and then copy in the new one, look at Post #6 of this thread will tell you how to do it Basic Networking Information

    Jerry
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  3. Posts : 24
    Windows 7 Home Premium 64bit
    Thread Starter
       #3

    i got it working, thanks
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  4. Posts : 12,120
    Win 7 Pro x64 / Win 10 Pro
       #4

    You're Welcome
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