Flash CS6: The Missing Manual
1st Edition
Published on 24. July 2012
Book
844 pages
978-1-4493-1625-9 (ISBN)
Description
You can build everything from simple animations to full-fledged iPhone, iPad, and Android apps with Flash CS6, but learning this complex program can be difficult-unless you have this fully updated, bestselling guide. Learn how to create gorgeous Flash effects even if you have no programming experience. With Flash CS6: The Missing Manual, you'll move from the basics to power-user tools with ease.
The important stuff you need to know:
* Learn animation basics. Turn simple ideas into stunning animations-in the very first chapter.
* Master Flash's tools. Learn the animation and effects tools with clear explanations and hands-on examples.
* Use 3D effects. Rotate objects and make them move in three dimensions.
* Create lifelike motion. Use the IK Bones tool to simulate realistic body movements and other linked motions.
* Build apps that work anywhere. Create apps just for iOS or Android devices-or one app that works on mobile devices and desktops.
* Add multimedia. Incorporate your own audio and video files into Flash.
* Create rich interactive animations. Dive into advanced interactivity with easy-to-learn ActionScript examples.
The important stuff you need to know:
* Learn animation basics. Turn simple ideas into stunning animations-in the very first chapter.
* Master Flash's tools. Learn the animation and effects tools with clear explanations and hands-on examples.
* Use 3D effects. Rotate objects and make them move in three dimensions.
* Create lifelike motion. Use the IK Bones tool to simulate realistic body movements and other linked motions.
* Build apps that work anywhere. Create apps just for iOS or Android devices-or one app that works on mobile devices and desktops.
* Add multimedia. Incorporate your own audio and video files into Flash.
* Create rich interactive animations. Dive into advanced interactivity with easy-to-learn ActionScript examples.
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Chris Grover is a veteran of the San Francisco Bay Area advertising and design community, with 25 years experience in print, video, and electronic media. He is the author of Office 2011: The Missing Manual, Google SketchUp: The Missing Manual, Flash CS5.5: The Missing Manual, and Premiere Elements 8: The Missing Manual. When not writing popular technical books, Chris runs Bolinas Road Creative, an agency that helps small businesses promote their products and services.