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How to Enable a Disabled ActiveX Control

ActiveX is a tool created by Microsoft for use by the Internet Explorer browser to play various types of media on the Web. When the ActiveX option is disabled, it can prevent you from viewing videos and other Flash items through your browser. If you are experiencing problems viewing videos, it is possible that the ActiveX control needs to be enabled. You can enable it in a matter of minutes by making a few clicks in your browser.

Instructions

    • 1

      Open your Internet Explorer browser.

    • 2

      Select "Tools" from the menu bar. Select "Internet Options."

    • 3

      Click on the "Security" tab.

    • 4

      Select the "Custom Level" button located in the "Security Level" section.

    • 5

      Place a check in the box to "Enable" ActiveX Controls and Plug-Ins. Select the "Enable" box located beside "Run ActiveX Controls and Plug-ins."

    • 6

      Click the "OK" button and select "Apply" to save the ActiveX changes.

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