Flash CS5: The Missing Manual

Once you know how to use Flash, you can create everything from simple animations to high-end desktop applications, but it's a complex tool that can be difficult to master on your own-unless you have this Missing Manual. This book will help you learn all you need to know about Flash CS5 to create animations that bring your ideas to life.

• Learn animation basics. Find everything you need to know to get started with Flash
• Master the Flash tools. Learn the animation and effects toolset, with clear explanations and hands-on examples
• Use 3D effects. Rotate and put objects in motion in three dimensions
• Create lifelike motion. Use the IK Bones tool to simulate realistic body movements and other linked motions
• Speed up development. Use templates, code snippets, and motion presets
• Design applications. Get an intro to building full desktop applications with Flash and Adobe AIR
• Create rich interactive animations. Dive into advanced interactivity with easy-to-learn ActionScript examples

Once you know how to use Flash, you can create everything from simple animations to high-end desktop applications, but it's a complex tool that can be difficult to master on your own-unless you have this Missing Manual. This book will help you learn all you need to know about Flash CS5 to create animations that bring your ideas to life.

• Learn animation basics. Find everything you need to know to get started with Flash
• Master the Flash tools. Learn the animation and effects toolset, with clear explanations and hands-on examples
• Use 3D effects. Rotate and put objects in motion in three dimensions
• Create lifelike motion. Use the IK Bones tool to simulate realistic body movements and other linked motions
• Speed up development. Use templates, code snippets, and motion presets
• Design applications. Get an intro to building full desktop applications with Flash and Adobe AIR
• Create rich interactive animations. Dive into advanced interactivity with easy-to-learn ActionScript examples

Christopher Grover received degrees in Creative Writing and Film from Emerson College in Boston, Massachusetts. He's worked as a technical writer, advertising copywriter and product publicist for more than 25 years. His freelance articles have been published in a variety of magazines from Fine Homebuilding to CD-ROM World. Chris's latest project is launching Bolinas Road Creative, an agency that helps small businesses promote their products and services. He is also the author of Word 2007: The Missing Manual, and co-author of Digital Photography: The Missing Manual.