How to request admin permissions on Mac

How to request admin permissions on Mac

  • Before attempting to make a change or install an application.
  • Click the icon  in the menu bar at the top of the desktop.
  • Click the Request Elevation Session option. 
     

 

  • Enter explanation for elevation session request.
     

  • Click SEND REQUEST. Can close dialog box after submission.

If the request is Approved, the following alert will appear on the screen:


NOTE: Currently there is no alerts shown if a Request has been denied.

When the Elevated Session ends (or if the session is cancelled by the end-user or admin), the following alert will appear:

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