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Fix SolidWorks Composer Player ActiveX Display Issues in Word
Question details
The user needs to fix file-browsing failures and unusually large popup text when using a specific third-party ActiveX control in a document.
- Product
- Microsoft Word / SolidWorks Composer Player
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- Inserting the SolidWorks Composer Player ActiveX object into a document project via the Developer tab.
- Observed behavior
- The ActiveX control fails to browse for files properly and displays abnormally large popup text on the screen.
Ensure that your Windows display scaling is temporarily set to 100% to rule out basic high-DPI monitor conflicts, and verify you are running the latest version of the SolidWorks Composer Player.
Consult SolidWorks Composer Support and Documentation
Because this issue originates from the Dassault Systèmes ActiveX control rather than the word processor itself, reviewing the official documentation is the most effective approach.
ActiveX controls are highly dependent on the software vendor for compatibility updates and display scaling fixes. Microsoft Word acts merely as a host container for the SolidWorks Composer Player.
Open your web browser and navigate to the official SolidWorks Help website to review the SolidWorks Composer Player documentation specific to your version.
Search the help center for known ActiveX compatibility and display-scaling limitations related to your specific Windows build.
Submit a support ticket with Dassault Systèmes or SolidWorks technical support detailing the file-browsing failure and popup text anomalies.
Adjust Windows Display Scaling Settings
Many legacy or third-party ActiveX controls struggle with high-DPI monitors, causing unusually large text. Adjusting your system scaling can mitigate this display issue.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why does the SolidWorks Composer ActiveX control have oversized text when inserted into a document?
Many third-party ActiveX controls do not fully support modern high-DPI monitor scaling. When Windows or the host application scales up the display, the control may fail to adjust its internal fonts properly, resulting in unusually large popup text.
Can I fix ActiveX file-browse errors by reinstalling my word processor?
Generally, no. This specific file-browsing issue is tied to the SolidWorks Composer Player ActiveX plugin itself, not the host application container. Reinstalling or updating the SolidWorks Composer software is the recommended approach.
How do I enable the Developer tab to manage ActiveX controls?
In most standard word processors, you can enable the Developer tab by navigating to File > Options > Customize Ribbon, and checking the 'Developer' box in the right-hand pane. This grants access to the legacy tools and ActiveX control options.
