How to Install ActiveX Controls for Vista

Many websites require that you enable ActiveX controls in order to use them. You will need to be logged into Windows Vista as an administrator to have the appropriate access level for installing ActiveX controls. Once the controls are enabled, ActiveX will automatically be installed and run whenever it is needed. Or you will be prompted by Internet Explorer to allow the download. Whether ActiveX occurs automatically or with a prompt depends upon your selection when you are setting up the ActiveX controls in this tutorial.

Things You'll Need

• Computer with Windows Vista

Instructions

1. Go to the "Control Panel" in the "Start" menu.

2. Open the "Windows and Features" icon.

3. From the menu on the left side of the window, select "Turn Windows features on or off."

4. Check the box next to the ActiveX installer service. Select either "manual" or "automatic" install. When you encounter a website that requires ActiveX it will prompt you for the install if you chose "manual" install. If you selected "automatic" install, the ActiveX will download and run when needed.

Resources

• Read this Article in Spanish