The Plug-in Software Development Kit

# The LiveConnect/Plug-in SDK

The Netscape Navigator LiveConnect/Plug-in Software Development Kit (SDK) allows third-party developers to extend the capabilities of Navigator by creating new Netscape plug-ins and LiveConnect enabling them. Being LiveConnect-enabled means they can be controlled by Java and JavaScript.

By developing plug-ins, developers can provide integration with, and control over, a wide range of data types, protocols and file formats from within Navigator. Some plug-ins add buttons and controls to the Netscape window; many display specified media types as embedded inline objects. Plug-ins have been used to display information, execute applications, support application-to-application communication, and provide links to other Web sites.

This SDK contains everything you need for developing a plug-in for the Netscape Navigator. This includes:

- The LiveConnect/Plug-in Developer's Guide
- Header and source files
- Source code examples
- Tools for LiveConnect development

Note that the SDK is not identical across platforms. While the basic plug-in functionality is supported on Windows, Macintosh and UNIX, there are some minor differences in the APIs steps to creating a plug-in. Therefore, make sure to follow directions for the appropriate environment.

Download the LiveConnect/Plug-in SDK.