Setup C# and Visual Studio for use with the ActiveX edition of Foxit Quick PDF Library

This tutorial shows you how to get ready to create your first PDF application with C#, Visual Studio and the ActiveX edition of Foxit Quick PDF Library.

C# can be used with the ActiveX and DLL editions of Foxit Quick PDF Library – instructions for setting up the ActiveX edition in Visual Studio can be found below. There are also instructions for setting up the DLL edition.

1. Register the ActiveX DLL

The first thing you’ll need to do is register the ActiveX component. Instructions on how to do this can be found on the getting started page for the ActiveX edition of Foxit Quick PDF Library.

2. Create a new C# project in Visual Studio

Create a new Windows Forms Application Microsoft Visual Studio and give it a name of your choosing.

• File > New > Project > Visual C# > Windows > Windows Forms Application

3. Add a Reference to Foxit Quick PDF Library’s registered ActiveX component

In order for you to access Foxit Quick PDF Library’s registered ActiveX component you’ll need to
add a reference to it in Visual Studio. Follow these simple steps:

• Click on the Project > Add References menu item
• Find and select Foxit Quick PDF Library 13.12 in the available references
• Click OK and this reference will be added to your project

4. Ready!

You’re now setup and ready to move on to the fun part – creating your first PDF application with Foxit Quick PDF Library and C#.

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