How can I remove the UAC shield on desktop icons?

[BestUsername]

I'd like to remove the UAC shield on my desktop icons without removing the UAC functionality.

Is there a way to replace the shield image with a transparent ico file, so that the shield would effectively disappear?

If not, is there any other way to remove this shield without altering UAC functionality?

 

[partian]

Hello BestUsername,
this issue has been resolved before.
http://www.sevenforums.com/general-discussion/34318-remove-shield-icon.html

 

[BestUsername]

Thanks. I reviewed this solution prior to posting. The elevated shortcuts solution removes the shield icon, and also removes the UAC function on the subject program. I am looking for a way to remove the shield image without removing UAC function.

Do you know if the shield image is an ico file that can be replaced with a transparent ico file?

 

[partian]

Thanks. I reviewed this solution prior to posting. The elevated shortcuts solution removes the shield icon, and also removes the UAC function on the subject program. I am looking for a way to remove the shield image without removing UAC function.

Do you know if the shield image is an ico file that can be replaced with a transparent ico file?

I have found another link which may resolve your issue:
Trying to remove unwarranted UAC shield overlay - Microsoft Community