How to Fix: npm install -g less does not work: EACCES: permission denied
EACCES: permission denied error when installing npm package globally.
📋 Table of Contents
To resolve the EACCES: permission denied error when installing Less globally using npm, first ensure that you have administrative privileges or use a user account with sufficient permissions.
🔧 Proven Troubleshooting Steps
Method 1: Run as Administrator
- Step 1: Open the Terminal and navigate to your project directory.
Method 2: Use a User Account with Sufficient Permissions
- Step 1: Create a new user account with elevated permissions, then switch to that account.
💡 Conclusion
By following these steps, you should be able to successfully install Less globally using npm without encountering the EACCES: permission denied error.
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