Message when installing the adobe flash player not registering activex control.

Question

I’m getting the message says “The ActiveX control for Flash Player could not be registered.“ appears when i try to install the Adobe flash player version 10.3 for internet explorer but i do have an activex control for flash player is not registered. Give me to resolve it?

Answer 1

To resolve the issue with installing Adobe Flash Player and the error message regarding ActiveX control registration, you can try the following steps:

1. Run as Administrator: Ensure that you are running the installer with administrative privileges. Right-click on the installer file and select "Run as Administrator."

2. Check Compatibility: Make sure you are using a version of Adobe Flash Player compatible with your version of Windows and Internet Explorer. Version 10.3 might be outdated for most systems.

3. Windows Updates: Ensure that your Windows is up to date. Sometimes missing updates can cause issues with ActiveX controls.

4. Security Software: Check if any security software is blocking the installation. Temporarily disable antivirus software and firewall if needed, but remember to enable them again afterward.

5. Clean Installation: Uninstall any previous versions of Adobe Flash Player completely:

   • Go to the Control Panel -> Programs and Features, and uninstall Adobe Flash Player.
   • Use the official Adobe Flash Player uninstaller found on the Adobe website to ensure all components are removed.

6. Reinstall Flash Player: Download the latest version of Adobe Flash Player from the official Adobe website and try installing it again.

7. Check ActiveX Settings:

   • Open Internet Explorer.
   • Go to Tools -> Internet Options -> Security tab.
   • Select "Custom level" for the appropriate zone (usually 'Internet').
   • Ensure that "Run ActiveX controls and plug-ins" and "Script ActiveX controls marked safe for scripting" are either enabled or set to prompt.

8. Administrative Tools: Use the "Component Services" administrative tool:

   • Go to Control Panel -> Administrative Tools -> Component Services.
   • Expand "Component Services" -> "Computers" -> "My Computer".
   • Open "DCOM Config" and check for any applications related to Flash or ActiveX that might need attention.

If the issue persists, you might need specific technical support from Adobe or from a professional IT technician. Note that as of December 2020, Adobe no longer supports Flash Player, and most modern web browsers have ceased support for it, so consider upgrading to technologies that do not rely on Flash.