By default, the path is C:\Program Files\Microsoft Visual Studio\VB98\ Using Windows Explorer, browse the location where you installed VB6. For example, resizing objects on a form is a real pain.Īfter installing VB6, you'll want to change the compatibility settings for the IDE executable. You might notice after successfully installing VB6 on Windows 7 that working in the IDE is a bit, well, sluggish. You can find VB6 under Start, All Programs, Microsoft Visual Studio 6. On the next dialog, clear the checkbox for 'Register Now', and click Finish. This is a really old version you don't want anyway.Ĭlick Next again to skip the installation of BackOffice, VSS, and SNA Server. You'll be warned of the lack of MSDN, but just click Yes to accept.Ĭlick Next to skip the installation of Installshield. If you do not have the MSDN CD, clear the checkbox on the next dialog, and click next. At this point, Visual Basic 6 is installed. Click Continue, setup will continue.įinally, a successful completion dialog will appear, at which click Ok. On the options list, select the following:Īll other options should be unchecked. Processing can be verified by starting Task Manager, and checking the CPU usage of ACMSETUP.EXE. Setup will 'think to itself' for about 2 minutes.

On this and other Program Compatibility Assistant warnings, click Run Program.Įnter name and company information, click Next. Right-click SETUP.EXE, select Run As Administrator.