mherrmann / mherrmann/fman

Uninstalling via Control Panel requires administrator privileges, executing uninstall.exe doesn't

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Dominant language
Python
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Research direction

Reproduce the uninstall behavior through Windows Control Panel and by executing uninstall.exe, then inspect the uninstaller entry point and packaging configuration. Done means both uninstall paths have the same required privilege behavior without breaking normal removal.

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Assessment

Tech stack
python
Domain
desktop
Issue type
Bug
Difficulty
3/5
Estimated time
1-2 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
25/100

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