In this book you will learn: How to create animations that effectively use the new Motion Editor and animation tool How to use the new 3D features to turn on the objects in 3D space Best-practice tips and techniques from some practitioners of Flash on the planet How to create video titles and full-screen video, and using HD video using the Flash technique to use Flash UI components and XML documents to create stunning, interactive presentations If you're a Flash designer looking for a solid picture of Flash CS4, this book is for you. You will begin by studying the interface Flash CS4, and while you're at it, you'll be guided toward mastery of the basics, such as movieclips, text, and graphics, which will lead you into some of the more interesting aspects of Flash, including audio, video , animation, and 3D transformations. By the time you finish, you'll create an MP3 player and Flash video players, has been introduced to the basics of ActionScript 3.0, learning how to combine Flash with XML scene, Flash with CSS text styles, create animations, and work your way through a number of projects additional. If you are already a seasoned Flash designer, this book will get you up to speed with the latest version in relatively short order. This book covers all the new features of Flash CS4, such as new animation and 3D tools, the new Adobe Media Encoder, and a pair of cool new additions to the Tools panel: a Spray Brush tool and the Deco tool. You can find more about this book, download the source code, and more in this book companion web site: www.foundationflashcs4.com. Summary of Contents Chapter 1: Learn Flash Professional CS4 Interface Chapter 2: Creating Artwork in Flash Chapter 3: Symbols and Libraries Chapter 4: Basic Actionscript Chapter 5: Audio Chapter 6: Text Chapter 7: Animation Chapter 8: Animation, Part 2 Chapter 9: Flash Gets Third Dimension Chapter 10: Video Chapter 11: Developing Interfaces With UI Components Chapter 12: CSS Chapter 13: XML (Data Dynamics) Chapter 14: Building Stuff Chapter 15: Optimizing and Publishing Flash Movies