How to Install Plug-ins for Internet Explorer 5.1 for Macintosh (310648)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Internet Explorer version 5.1 for Macintosh
This article was previously published under Q310648

SUMMARY

This article describes how to install plug-ins for Internet Explorer 5.1 for Macintosh. You can install plug-ins to increase the functionality of Internet Explorer.

MORE INFORMATION

For browser plug-ins to be recognized by Internet Explorer 5.1, you must install them in either of two locations:
  • The Library/Internet Plug-ins folder
  • The Users/Home Folder/Library/Internet Plug-ins folder
Also, the plug-in must be compatible with Mac OS X (Carbon). Older browser plug-ins are not compatible with Internet Explorer 5.1.

Note that some Web pages may contain ActiveX controls that are designed specifically for Windows-based computers. These controls are not supported by the Mac OS. Internet Explorer 5.1 does not support ActiveX controls or Microsoft Visual Basic Scripting Edition (VBScript).
Modification Type:MajorLast Reviewed:11/5/2003
Keywords:kbinfo KB310648
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