Step-by-Step Guide- How to Enable ActiveX Controls in Internet Explorer for Enhanced Web Experience_1

How to Enable ActiveX on Internet Explorer

ActiveX is a technology developed by Microsoft that allows web pages to contain interactive content, such as multimedia and animations. It was widely used in the early days of the internet, but has since been largely replaced by more secure alternatives like HTML5. However, there may still be instances where you need to enable ActiveX controls in Internet Explorer. In this article, we will guide you through the process of enabling ActiveX on Internet Explorer to ensure that you can access the necessary content.

1. Open Internet Explorer

First, launch Internet Explorer on your computer. If you do not have Internet Explorer installed, you can download it from the official Microsoft website.

2. Access Internet Options

Next, click on the gear icon located in the upper-right corner of the Internet Explorer window. From the dropdown menu, select “Internet Options” to open the settings window.

3. Navigate to the Security tab

In the Internet Options window, click on the “Security” tab. This tab contains settings related to the security level of your Internet Explorer browser.

4. Select the Trusted Sites zone

Within the Security tab, you will see a list of zones, such as Internet, Local Intranet, and Trusted Sites. Click on the “Trusted Sites” zone, and then click on the “Sites” button to open the Trusted Sites window.

5. Add the website to the Trusted Sites zone

In the Trusted Sites window, you will see a list of websites that are already in the zone. To add a new website, click on the “Add” button and enter the URL of the website you want to add. Make sure to include the “https://” or “http://” prefix in the URL. After adding the website, click “OK” to save the changes.

6. Enable ActiveX controls

Return to the Internet Options window and click on the “Custom Level” button. In the Security Settings dialog box, scroll down to the “ActiveX controls and plug-ins” section. Look for the “Run ActiveX controls and plug-ins” option and select “Enable.” Click “OK” to save the changes.

7. Restart Internet Explorer

After enabling ActiveX controls, close and reopen Internet Explorer for the changes to take effect.

8. Test the ActiveX content

Now that ActiveX controls are enabled, visit the website that requires them and check if the interactive content is working as expected.

By following these steps, you should be able to enable ActiveX on Internet Explorer and access the necessary interactive content. However, keep in mind that ActiveX controls can pose security risks, so it is essential to only enable them on trusted websites.