Getting started
Refer to the tutorials and resources on this page to get started with Flash Professional CS6, CS5.5 or CS5. To understand the differences between versions, check out the product's version comparison table.
Note: For Flash CS4, visit the Flash CS4 Professional Getting Started page.
Basic concepts in depth |
Creating your first Flash Professional CS6 document
Never used Flash before? Follow these simple steps to create a FLA file, add a simple animation, and publish your work in Flash Professional.
Five steps to learning Flash Professional
Read the featured articles and watch the video presentations provided in this learning guide to get up to speed with Flash Professional.
Build your skills |
Flash Professional glossary
If you are new to Flash Professional and you're looking for explanations of basic terms, common tasks, and key concepts, check out this A–Z guide to all things related to Flash.
Understanding the Flash CS5 workspace
Besides the Flash workflow and workspace, learn about using the various Flash authoring panels, automating tasks with the Commands menu, accessibility in the Flash workspace, setting preferences, and keyboard shortcuts.
Avoiding common authoring mistakes in Flash
This series of articles outlines commonly made errors in Flash Professional that can cause problems in your projects, and offers techniques to prevent them from occurring.
Automating tasks in Flash Professional CS6
Understand some of the improved cross-product integration features available in Flash Professional.
Animation learning guide for Flash
From motion tweens to ActionScript classes, explore the many ways to create and control animation using the timeline and Motion Editor
Components learning guide for Flash
ActionScript components significantly reduce the time and effort needed to develop Flash applications by providing complex pieces that behave in a consistent way and are ready to use and customize.
Graphic effects learning guide for Flash
Create special effects using Flash features like filters and blend modes to enhance the look and feel of your projects.
Video learning guide for Flash
Capture and encode your video, bring it into Flash, and embed video on web pages. Incorporate video synchronization and captioning, and deliver video and create playback controls for users to watch it.
