Visual Basic language keywords and run-time library members are organized by purpose and use.
| Action | Language element |
|---|---|
| Run other programs. | AppActivate, Shell |
| Call a method or property. | CallByName |
| Sound a beep from computer. | Beep |
| Provide a command-line string. | Command |
| Manipulate COM objects. | CreateObject, GetObject |
| Retrieve color information. | QBColor, RGB |
| Control dialog boxes | InputBox, MsgBox |
Keywords and Members by Task | Visual Basic Language Keywords | Visual Basic Run-Time Library Members