WEB DESIGN TUTORIALS FLASH HELP

1. Getting started with a flash template	6. How to make flash header links link to html pages
2. How to insert text in a flash movie	7. How to create a mail link in flash
3. How to exchange images in flash	8. How to insert background music in flash
4. How to insert a new image in flash	9. How to insert a sound effect in flash
5. How to create a new link in flash	10. How to create a scrollbar in flash

Questions and answers

Q: Can I use different languages in your flash templates?
A: Yes but you can check this page for further details: http://www.macromedia.com/support/flash/languages/flashlocalization/

Q: How can I create dynamic text box in Flash?
A: This is a good tutorial that illustrates the method: http://www.visualxtreme.com/flash_tut1.html

Q: Can I link my Flash template to a database to display content?
A: Yes. Flash has a built in XML parser so that you can transfer data from your
database.

Q: Is it possible to run a video clip in your templates?
A: Yes. You may import the video clip (.RM file, .AVI file, etc.) to a movie clip and then you can drag it anywhere in the Flash MX 2004. (note that video streaming is not supported by Flash MX or older versions)

Q: How to add a Skip Intro button?
A: First you should start by identifying the place on the Timeline that you wish to “goto” when a user presses the Skip Intro button. Then add a button somewhere on the stage. Then, select the new button and open the Actions panel. After that, add a gotoAndPlay() function call within the on(release) button event. Pass the frame number (or scene) you would like the movie to jump to. Alternatively, check out this URL: http://www.gmg.com.au/assets/tutorials/flash-mx-skip-intro/index.html

Q: How come I can’t edit some of the text in the templates even after I locate them?
A: Some of the layers are locked and therefore you need to unlock it but clicking on the “lock” button on the timeline of flash. See: unlock.jpg

Q: Can I display the template in full screen?
A: Yes. By adjusting the Publish setting, you can change the size of the movie to your needs.

Q: How do I create a photo gallery in Flash?
A: This is a good one if you want to try it for yourself: http://www.kirupa.com/developer/mx/photogallery.htm

Q: I want to use specials characters use éèà in Flash, what do I need to know?
A: This may help: http://www.macromedia.com/support/flash/ts/documents/url_encoding.htm

---

Other useful flash editing sites

NewTutorials.com

W3Schools, Introduction to Flash