About Encoder Automation

The unique features of Microsoft® Windows Media Encoder are exposed through Automation (formerly called OLE Automation). The exposed methods and properties allow client applications written in Visual Basic or Microsoft® Visual C++® to control the activities of Windows Media Encoder.

The methods and properties exposed through Automation do not use the same programming techniques as do Microsoft® ActiveX® controls.

For more information about programming Windows Media Encoder, see Using Encoder Automation.

For more information about the specific methods and properties of Windows Media Encoder, see Windows Media Encoder Automation Programming Reference.