What is Flash Catalyst?
Adobe® Flash® Catalyst™ CS5 software is an approachable new interaction design tool. Transform Adobe Photoshop®, Illustrator®, and Fireworks® artwork into expressive, fully interactive projects without writing code, and leverage the reach and consistency of the Adobe Flash Platform.
Create a Microsite
Transform static comps into fully-interactive microsites complete with video, rollovers and smooth transitions — all without writing code.
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Pitch an idea
Shorten the client pitch process to both customers and internal clients. Rapidly create and show interactive projects without needing development resources.
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Present a portfolio
Quickly create video portfolios — with navigation and playback controls — that are ready to publish on the web.
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Create expressive interfaces and interactive content by leveraging existing skills with familiar design tools such as Photoshop, Illustrator and Fireworks.
Do more with Design Premium
Extend the functionality of your projects with Adobe Flash Builder™ and the Flex framework. Flash Builder can open project files created in Flash Catalyst to add functionality such as connectivity to servers and services while preserving your visual and interaction design.
Do more with Web Premium
Add immersive content or interactive video created with Adobe Flash Professional to your Flash Catalyst projects in order to provide a more compelling user experience.
Do more with Adobe Creative Suite® Production Premium
Which suite edition is right for me?
Tell us what you do and we'll recommend the Creative Suite 5 edition that best meets your needs.
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Highlights
FLASHCATS blog
Get the latest tips and techniques in this blog from members of the Flash Catalyst team.
Adobe Museum of Digital Media
Preview this modern museum committed exclusively to the exploration and preservation of digital work.
Adobe MAX 2010
Join industry and Adobe experts and peers for education, inspiration, and community. October 23–27, Los Angeles, California.
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Adobe and open markets
Read about Adobe's position on open markets, Flash, and your right to choose technologies.
Workflow Lab
Download this Adobe AIR® application to learn, track, and share CS5 workflow best practices.
Flash Catalyst User Group
Find out about upcoming user group meetings and news about Flash Catalyst.
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