Flash CS5

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Unlock the power of Adobe Flash and create stunning animations with ease. This comprehensive guide starts with the basics, allowing you to produce effective visuals that convey your message. It features a complete primer on animation, a guided tour of the program's tools, new illustrations, and detailed information on working with video. Each chapter includes step-by-step tutorials, making it accessible for beginners while helping experienced designers enhance their skills. You'll learn to navigate Flash CS5 with little or no programming experience, using clear, jargon-free language to avoid common pitfalls. To expedite your project development, consider these five strategies: 1. **Start Fast with Templates**: Utilize pre-designed templates to eliminate time-consuming setup. Choose from various options, including photo album templates and animation templates for control over visual effects. 2. **Make It Move with Motion Presets**: Apply motion presets to animate objects easily. Drag a preset onto your desired object and adjust the motion using Flash tools. 3. **Hook Up with IK Bones**: Create realistic connections in your animations with IK Bones, allowing for precise control over movement dynamics. 4. **Code Quickly with Code Snippets**: Use code snippets for common ActionScript tasks, customizing them for your projects to streamline coding. 5. **Step Lively with Code Hinting**: Benefit from auto-completion of keywords