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Purpose
Microsoft Windows multimedia support enables applications to use sound and video.
Where applicable
Windows multimedia can be used in all Windows-based applications.
Developer audience
Windows multimedia is designed for use by C/C++ programmers. Familiarity with the Windows graphical user interface and message-driven architecture is required.
In this section
| Topic | Description |
|---|---|
| MCI |
General information about how to use the Media Control Interface. |
| MCIWnd Window Class |
General information about a window class that can serve as a control for media playback. |
| Multimedia Audio |
General information about how to use multimedia audio. |
| Multimedia Input |
General information about how to use multimedia input. |
| Video for Windows |
General information about how to use Video for Windows. |
| Multimedia Reference |
Documentation of Windows multimedia functions, interfaces, commands, and messages. |