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Optimize the file size and performance of your Flash applications by using symbols in the Library panel.

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GS-01: Understanding the Flash environment GS-01: Understanding the Flash environment Learn about the basics of the workspace in Flash CS5, including the Stage, the Timeline, panels, and the Tools panel. Runtime: 00:01:12 Added: April 30, 2010 Views: 99,877	00:01:12
GS-02: Understanding frames and keyframes GS-02: Understanding frames and keyframes Learn how to tell the difference between frames, keyframes, and blank keyframes by using visual cues on the Timeline. Learn what each type of frame in the Timeline indicates about the contents of the Stage. Runtime: 00:02:54 Added: April 30, 2010 Views: 91,573	00:02:54
GS-03: Understanding the Library panel GS-03: Understanding the Library panel Learn to use the library to organize the reusable assets in your file. Preview, sort, and organize assets into folders in the Library panel. Switch between the libraries of open files and re-use assets between files. Runtime: 00:03:57 Added: April 30, 2010 Views: 52,621	00:03:57
GS-04: Using symbols GS-04: Using symbols Optimize the file size and performance of your Flash applications by using symbols in the Library panel. Runtime: 00:02:40 Added: April 30, 2010 Views: 50,529	00:02:40
GS-05: Nesting Symbols GS-05: Nesting Symbols Place one symbol inside another by using a technique in Flash called nesting. Learn to create nested symbols, drag instances from the library, edit artwork in Symbol Editing mode, and use the breadcrumb trail to navigate back to the main Timeline. Runtime: 00:01:37 Added: April 30, 2010 Views: 38,427	00:01:37
GS-06: Understanding movie clips GS-06: Understanding movie clips Convert any piece of artwork into a movie clip symbol. Learn the differences between movie clips and other types of symbols. Understand the relationship between a movie clip and the main Timeline. Runtime: 00:02:16 Added: April 30, 2010 Views: 55,071	00:02:16
GS-07: Understanding object and merge drawing GS-07: Understanding object and merge drawing Understand the differences between the object and merge drawing modes in Flash. Toggle between the two modes when creating shapes, make shape selections, and convert drawing objects to merge. Runtime: 00:03:30 Added: April 30, 2010 Views: 36,712	00:03:30
GS-08: Distributing Stage contents to layers GS-08: Distributing Stage contents to layers Layers allow you to organize the contents of the Stage from front to back. Objects on a layer can be shown, hidden, edited, or moved at the same time. Move objects into layers by using the Distribute To Layers command. Runtime: 00:01:42 Added: April 30, 2010 Views: 26,600	00:01:42
GS-09: Creating a motion tween GS-09: Creating a motion tween Animate a symbol by applying a motion tween to the Timeline. Extend the duration of an animation by adding frames. Position the symbol to define the start point and end point of the motion tween. Runtime: 00:02:31 Added: April 30, 2010 Views: 78,408	00:02:31
GS-10: Introducing the Text Layout Framework GS-10: Introducing the Text Layout Framework Flash CS5 introduces a new text layout engine, the Text Layout Framework (TLF), which enables highly flexible and customizable text display. Set up a document to use the TLF engine. Learn about the three different types of TLF text. Runtime: 00:02:01 Added: April 30, 2010 Views: 23,620	00:02:01
GS-11: Using the Text tool to create TLF text GS-11: Using the Text tool to create TLF text Use the Text tool to create text with the Text Layout Framework (TLF). Adjust a wide range of text settings, such as casing, justification, padding, and alignment in the Property inspector. Runtime: 00:06:04 Added: April 30, 2010 Views: 20,478	00:06:04
GS-12: Creating button symbols GS-12: Creating button symbols Create a button symbol from text, a bitmap image, or a vector shape. Define keyframes for the up, over, down, and hit states of the button, and swap out the artwork for the different states. Runtime: 00:02:42 Added: April 30, 2010 Views: 46,179	00:02:42
GS-13: Understanding Publishing in Flash GS-13: Understanding Publishing in Flash Learn to publish an application you've created. Use the Flash Publish settings to adjust how the file is published. Runtime: 00:01:42 Added: May 04, 2010 Views: 21,328	00:01:42
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GS-01: Defining a new site GS-01: Defining a new site Start a new project in Dreamweaver CS5 by defining a new site, which activates Dreamweaver's ability to resolve links, check related files, and manage assets. Establish a root directory and name the site in the Site Setup dialog box. Runtime: 00:04:42 Added: April 30, 2010 Views: 289,970	00:04:42
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GS-04: Managing assets in Dreamweaver GS-04: Managing assets in Dreamweaver Use the Assets panel to manage images, movies, scripts, and other files related to your website. Preview assets, filter assets by using the panel categories, locate assets embedded within a site, and organize assets by using folders and favorites. Runtime: 00:13:13 Added: April 30, 2010 Views: 118,805	00:13:13
GS-05: Placing images on the page GS-05: Placing images on the page Explore different techniques in Dreamweaver CS5 for adding images and artwork to your website. Use the Insert menu or the Common category of the Insert panel to select and insert an image, or drag and drop images from the Files or Assets panels. Runtime: 00:07:44 Added: April 30, 2010 Views: 110,531	00:07:44
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