What are ActiveX plugins?

ActiveX controls are precoded software similar to web browser plug-ins. For example, a web page displaying a Flash file might require a user to download a Flash ActiveX control so the file can be played directly in-browser without opening a new application.

What exactly is ActiveX?

This was actually the second-generation component architecture. The first generation was the Visual Basic Controls (. vbx). OLE controls were renamed ActiveX and continue to use the . ocx extension.

What is ActiveX in Chrome?

ActiveX protocols are a set of reusable software pieces which are only available through the use of Internet Explorer. Enabling ActiveX protocols allows Chrome users access to a variety of interactive dynamic websites like game and business web applications.

Can Chrome use ActiveX?

By default, Google Chrome and Firefox web browsers do not support ActiveX controls. However, there are workarounds to enable ActiveX controls and get the required functionality based on ActiveX controls. Google Chrome users can download IE Tab extension that acts as Internet Explorer emulator.

Should I use ActiveX?

ActiveX controls allow for more flexible design and should be used when the job just can’t be done with a basic Forms control. Many user’s computers by default won’t trust ActiveX , and it will be disabled; this sometimes needs to be manually added to the trust center.

Which browsers use ActiveX?

What Browsers Support ActiveX?

Internet Explorer. Microsoft’s Internet Explorer is the only browser that fully supports ActiveX controls and plug-ins.
Firefox. Mozilla’s Firefox browser is a popular alternative to Internet Explorer.
Google Chrome.

How can I enable ActiveX?

Another method to enable ActiveX controls in a file is via the Microsoft Office Backstage view, the view that appears after you click the File tab, when the yellow Message Bar appears. Click the File tab. In the Security Warning area, click Enable Content. Under Enable All Content, click Always enable this document’s active content.

How to enable ActiveX on Windows 10?

On the Message Bar, click Enable Content . The file opens and is a trusted document. See More…

How to install ActiveX?

Navigate to the website that requires you to install an Active X control.

Read the description that explains why you must install the Active X control.

Verify that the Active X control is published and being provided to you by the trusted website.

Accept and run the Active X installation only if you have verified that it is being provided by a trusted and reputable source.

What browsers support ActiveX?

Internet Explorer. Microsoft’s Internet Explorer is the only browser that fully supports ActiveX controls and plug-ins. When you navigate to a website or document that requires a new ActiveX control, you will see an alert appear at the top of your webpage, under the browser’s toolbar.