Could I deploy a VB app in a client desktop that utilizes
Excel automation without having to install MS Office? If
so what are the interface files or libraries I need to
deploy with the VB app?

Hi,

For automation to work on the client's machine, Excel must be installed on
that machine. There is no "runtime" version of Excel. You could use OWC
(Office Web Components), but there are various licensing/distribution
restrictions. I believe that users can only modify/interact with the
spreadsheet component if they have a valid Office license.

http://office.microsoft.com/assistan...HP052694041033

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Regards,

Jake Marx
MS MVP - Excel
www.longhead.com

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Could I deploy a VB app in a client desktop that utilizes
Excel automation without having to install MS Office? If
so what are the interface files or libraries I need to
deploy with the VB app?