How do you enable ActiveX on Internet Explorer?
ActiveX is a technology developed by Microsoft that allows for the integration of interactive content on web pages. It is commonly used for multimedia applications, games, and other interactive elements. However, due to security concerns, ActiveX controls are disabled by default in Internet Explorer. If you need to enable ActiveX controls for a specific website or application, here’s a step-by-step guide on how to do it.
Step 1: Open Internet Explorer
First, launch Internet Explorer on your computer. You can do this by clicking on the Internet Explorer icon on your desktop or by searching for it in the Start menu.
Step 2: Go to the Tools Menu
Once Internet Explorer is open, click on the “Tools” menu located at the top-right corner of the window. This will open a dropdown menu with various options.
Step 3: Select “Internet Options”
From the dropdown menu, select “Internet Options.” This will open a new dialog box with multiple tabs.
Step 4: Navigate to the Security Tab
In the Internet Options dialog box, click on the “Security” tab. This tab allows you to manage the security settings for different zones, such as Internet, Local Intranet, and Trusted Sites.
Step 5: Select the Website
In the Security tab, click on the “Trusted Sites” zone. This zone contains websites that you have explicitly trusted. If the website you want to enable ActiveX controls for is not listed, you can add it by clicking on the “Sites” button.
Step 6: Add the Website
In the “Trusted Sites” dialog box, click on the “Add” button. Enter the URL of the website you want to add to the trusted sites zone and click “Add” again.
Step 7: Enable ActiveX Controls
After adding the website to the trusted sites zone, click on the “Custom Level” button. This will open the Security Settings dialog box with a list of security options.
Step 8: Enable ActiveX Controls
In the Security Settings dialog box, scroll down to the “ActiveX Controls and Plug-ins” section. Look for the “Run ActiveX Controls and Plugins” option and select “Enable.”
Step 9: Apply and Close
Click “OK” to apply the changes and close the Security Settings dialog box. Then, click “OK” again to close the Internet Options dialog box.
Step 10: Restart Internet Explorer
Restart Internet Explorer for the changes to take effect. Now, when you visit the website you added to the trusted sites zone, ActiveX controls should be enabled by default.
By following these steps, you can successfully enable ActiveX controls on Internet Explorer for specific websites or applications. However, it is important to note that enabling ActiveX controls can pose security risks, so it is recommended to only enable them for trusted sources.
