The ActivePatch software development kit includes an ActiveX control which can be used in a variety of programming languages such as Visual Basic, Visual C++, and Delphi. The control implements the same general set of features and functions that are available in the library. However, the control provides a simpler programming interface.

The ActivePatch control is actually comprised of two distinct controls: the PatchFile control which is designed to work with individual patch files, and the Package control which is designed to work with patch packages. Both controls are contained within the same file. To include the control in your project in Visual Basic, simply select the Project|Components menu option and select the ActivePatch Control. In other languages, follow the normal steps that are taken to include an ActiveX control in your development project.