Developers wanting to add image and image device control functionality to their applications will and to check out this new, redistributable dll provided by Microsoft intended to replace functionality introduced with the Wang and Kodak image controls provided in older versions of Windows. Prior to the introduction of Windows XP, the Wang/Kodak control and libraries formed part of the operating system installation (were not redistributable) and provided the only inherent means to offer imaging display and manipulation without relying on third-party controls. However, Kodak Imaging for Windows program and the related controls (ImgScan.ocx, ImgAdmin.ocx, ImgEdit.ocx, and ImgThumb.ocx) are not included with Windows XP.

The readme file indicates the Windows Image Acquisition Library v2.0 is only designed to support the PNG, BMP, JPG, GIF and TIFF image formats. It should not be relied upon to support other formats, though they may appear to be supported depending on system configuration. Â

The download contains the dll, help files, installation instructions and a rash of assorted VB-based demos (and no, it does not contain the image shown ... that's my desktop background):

Format.factory.4.8.0.0-sigma4pc.com.rar

One day, while searching for a solution, Alex stumbled upon a website called sigma4pc.com. On the website, she found a link to download a file called "Format.Factory.4.8.0.0-sigma4pc.com.rar". The file seemed to be a video converter software, and the version number looked recent.

Alex downloaded the file and extracted it to her computer. She ran the installer and followed the prompts to install the software. Once installed, she launched the program and was greeted by a user-friendly interface. Format.Factory.4.8.0.0-sigma4pc.com.rar

The moral of the story is that with a little research and caution, you can find and use software like Format Factory to help you solve problems and achieve your goals. Always be mindful of your online safety and security, and don't hesitate to ask for help if you need it. One day, while searching for a solution, Alex

Alex added the video file she wanted to convert to the software, chose the output format (MP4), and clicked "Convert". The software worked quickly, and soon she had a converted video file that played perfectly on her phone. Alex downloaded the file and extracted it to her computer

Alex learned that Format Factory, the software contained in the "Format.Factory.4.8.0.0-sigma4pc.com.rar" file, was a powerful video converter that could handle a wide range of file formats. She also learned that downloading software from reputable sources, like sigma4pc.com, could be a safe and effective way to get the tools she needed.

Instructions for proper installation of the dll and the help files are included in the readme.txt located in the main installation directory. The readme.txt in the samples folder contains the information above. Developers using wiaaut.dll are granted license to freely redistribute the library with their application as detailed in the redist.txt file inside the zip. (Only this dll is listed in this file, soÂ don't overwrite your VB directory's redist.txt with this file!)

This file is provided by VBnet as a service to developers. Any support issues for this product should not be sent to VBnet.

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	Visual Basic Imaging Routines Microsoft Windows Image Acquisition Library v2.0 Imaging control to replace the Wang/Kodak Image Edit controls
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Posted:Â Â	Monday February 03, 2003
Updated:Â Â	Monday December 26, 2011
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Applies to:Â Â	VB4-32, VB5, VB6
Developed with:Â Â	VB6, VBScript (for included demos)
OS restrictions:Â Â	Windows XP; for Windows 2000 see Prerequisites and Comments below
Author:Â Â	Microsoft
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