External.playMedia method
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This page documents a feature of the Windows Media Player 9 Series SDK and the Windows Media Player 10 SDK. It may be unavailable in subsequent versions.
Note
This topic describes functionality designed for use by online stores. Use of this functionality outside the context of an online store is not supported.
The playMedia method specifies the URL of a digital media item to play.
Syntax
External.playMedia(
URL
)
Parameters
-
URL [in]
-
String specifying the URL of the digital media item to play.
Return value
This method does not return a value.
Remarks
This method is only available to webpages hosted in the Guide feature.
Requirements
| Requirement | Value |
|---|---|
| Version |
Windows Media Player 9 Series or later. |
| DLL |
|