How to Install a Plugin for Windows Media Player
If you want to enhance your media experience with Windows Media Player, you can get plug-ins that can make your media look better and sound better. There are even plug-ins that allow you to rate media. This article will explain how to get it and install it.
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Things You'll Need
- A computer with Internet access Credit card or a PayPal account (only if you have to buy the plug-in)
Instructions
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Type "www.microsoft.com" into the address bar or type "Microsoft" or "Windows Media Player" into the search bar. Be advised that typing the Microsoft URL into the address bar is the best way to ensure that you're going to an authentic Microsoft website.
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On the Microsoft home page, run the mouse-pointer over the "Windows" tab and a drop-down menu will appear.
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Click on "Windows Media Player."
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On the "Windows Media Player" page, click on "Extras," and then click on "Plug-ins."
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Click on the plug-in you want for Windows Media Player. You'll be sent to the website of the plug-in's creator, where you can either purchase the software or download it for free.
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Click on "Download," and you may be asked to accept or decline the terms of agreement and register your email address before downloading. If these prompts appear, read the terms of agreement and accept them (you have to accept them to get the plug-in) and then register your email address (you may be sent a registration key).
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When the download starts, click on "Save" and decide on the destination folder for the download. The default will either be a folder designated for downloads or one in the "Programs" system folder. Some people choose to store plug-ins inside the folders of the programs they enhance. That's a great way to keep things tidy on your hard drive.
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Click on "Save" again and the download and installation will be complete.
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If a product registration key is sent to your email address, you'll have to enter it in the plug-in before you can use it. Retrieve the key from your email address and enter it into the designated area in the plug-in. Then you'll be ready to use the plug-in.
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