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    Run AutoCAD in a Host Application

    You can create host programs that run AutoCAD in a child window or through a web page. The AutoCAD in-place activation control (AcCtrl.dll) allows users to interact with AutoCAD while remaining in a host program or in their browser.

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    • AutoCAD as an In-Place Server
    Parent topic: COM and ActiveX Automation

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