see
http://www.cpearson.com/excel/vbe.htm

for information on using the references object.

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Regards,
Tom Ogilvy

"Paul Martin" wrote in message
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Hi all

I am scanning many files and wish to automate the search for use of
non-standard Reference Libraries and controls (eg ActiveX). Any
suggestions?

Thanks in advance

Paul Martin
Melbourne, Australia