Is it possible to configure VS2010 to always run as Administrator?

Question

Does anyone know if you can do this by default rather than having to use context menu?

Answer 1

Yes, right click on your visual studio.exe -> property, go to 'Compatibility' tab, check "Run this program as administrator", click ok to save.

Detailed step by step guide here.

Answer 2

Create a shortcut, go to its' Properties, click Compatibility tab, under Privilege Level, check 'Run this program as an Administrator'.
Now, everytime you double click the shortuct, it'll run as an Admin.