I don't want avast detecting adware, I have other programs for that.. How can I disable this feature?
If you refer to a specific file, use the Exclusions lists:
For the
Standard Shield provider (on-access scanning):
Left click the 'a' blue icon, click on the provider icon at left and then Customize.
Go to Advanced tab and click on Add button...
For the other providers (on-demmand scanning):
Right click the 'a' blue icon, click Program Settings.
Go to Exclusions tab and click on Add button...
You can use wildcards like * and ?.
But be carefull, you should 'exclude' that many files that let your system in danger.