Virtual Training Company author Scott Doucet shows users how to create, edit, and animate graphics using Fireworks MX, the latest in the Macromedia MX software production line. Macromedia has designed Fireworks MX to help both the designer and programmer create engaging, attractive, and functional websites in the shortest time possible using the MX technology. It comes with the ability to import, create, and export a wide range of different file formats. Although created for Web development, Fireworks MX can be used for the creation of CD-ROMs, kiosks, and other applications.
IntroIntroduction to Fireworks MXSystem RequirementsWhats new in Fireworks MXProperty Inspector and PanelsBitmap vs. Vector ObjectsCanvas OptionsImporting and PastingCreating a New DocumentWork EnvironmentQuick ExportTools PanelFW MX WorkflowSelecting ObjectsSelecting PixelsOrganizing ObjectsTransforming and Distorting ObjectsModifying Marquee SelectionsBitmaps in FW MXCreating BitmapsDrawing/ Painting/Editing BitmapsRetouching ToolsAdjusting Bitmap Color and ToneBlurring and SharpeningVector ObjectsDrawing Basic Shapes
Freeform Paths
Plotting Path Points
Color Mixer
Strokes and Fills
Stroke Options
Fill Options
Editing Paths
Text in FW MXEntering and Editing Text
Importing Text
Strokes/ Fills/Effects with Text
Text and Paths
Transforming Text
Converting Text to Paths
Spell Checker
Text Editor
Live EffectsApplying Live Effects
Editing Live Effects
Layers/ Masks and BlendingWorking with Layers
Intro to Masks
Vector Masks
Masks with Gradients
Masks with the Layer Panel
Text Masks
Blending and Transparency
Styles/Library/Symbols and URL PanelStyles
Libraries
Symbols
URL Panel
Slicing/Hotspots/BehaviorsIntro to Slicing and Hotspots
Slices
Frames
Behaviors
Hotspots
Export Options
HTML Setup
Buttons and Pop Up Menu ButtonsButton Editor
Nav Bar Buttons
Layer Buttons
Pop Up Menu Buttons
Creating AnimationAnimation Basics
Tweening
Optimizing and ExportingExport Wizard
Export and Optimization
Custom Optimization
File and Export Types
Quick Export
Automating TasksFind and Replace
Batch Process
Extensions and the Extension Manager
Designing and DevelopmentDesign Considerations
Inspiration
Web Site Development pt. 1
Web Site Development pt. 2
Web Site Development pt. 3
Web Site Development pt. 4
Fireworks and Web Applications pt. 1
Fireworks and Web Applications pt. 2
Fireworks and CDs
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