AutoPlay Does Not Automatically Start a Program to Play QuickTime Movie Files (307142)



The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition
  • Microsoft Windows XP Professional

This article was previously published under Q307142

SYMPTOMS

When you insert a CompactFlash card or a SmartMedia card into its card reader, and the media card has only a QuickTime movie file (.mov) on it, the AutoPlay feature may not automatically start the appropriate program.

CAUSE

This behavior can occur because Windows XP does not include a program that supports QuickTime movie files.

WORKAROUND

To work around this behavior, use the Folder view to browse to and open the QuickTime movie file.

STATUS

This behavior is by design.

MORE INFORMATION

The third-party products that are discussed in this article are manufactured by companies that are independent of Microsoft. Microsoft makes no warranty, implied or otherwise, regarding the performance or reliability of these products.

Modification Type:MajorLast Reviewed:10/22/2001
Keywords:kb3rdparty kbinterop kbprb KB307142