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# Prevent Accidental App Uninstallation

### Overview

In User Mode Terminals, application menu settings are typically hidden to prevent visitors from unintentionally uninstalling applications. Access to these settings requires user login.

### Configuration Steps

1. **Accessing Terminal Login:**
   * Users need to log into the terminal to access the hidden menus where application settings are located.
2. **Navigating to Terminal Configuration:**
   * Once logged in, go to 'Settings'.
   * Select 'About POS'.
   * Choose 'POS Configuration' 
   * Choose 'Administrator Login', only after login, then can uninstall applications.