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Lynda Database - Lynda.com - Fireworks CS4 Essential Training

Fireworks CS4 is a hybrid imaging and rapid-prototyping application with an enhanced toolset and a greater variety of options. In Fireworks CS4 Essential Training, Jim Babbage demonstrates how to navigate and customize the workspace in this design and production hub. He then provides a primer on the array of graphics that can be created and combined in Fireworks, including bitmap and vector art, layered Photoshop and Illustrator files, and files in the native Fireworks format, enhanced PNG. He demonstrates creative uses of text, animation, and effects. Jim discusses how to generate optimized web graphics as well as entire interactive prototypes based on CSS, HTML, PDF, and AIR. This training is intended for those who are new to Fireworks or who are seeking insights into the techniques made possible by the latest version. Exercise files accompany the course.
Topics include:






    * Achieving layout accuracy with tooltips and Smart Guides
    * Retouching bitmap images with the corrective bitmap tools
    * Creating and reusing buttons, animations, and other symbols
    * Maintaining crisp text in web images
    * Creating and editing vector objects
    * Using Live Filters, Live Styles, and blend modes
    * Showing multiple design options to clients
    * Integrating Fireworks with Dreamweaver, Photoshop, Flash, and other CS4 applications

Course name:
Fireworks CS4 Essential Training

Author:
Jim Babbage

Duration (hr:min):
07:18

Released on:
10/22/2008

Exercise files:
Yes

Software works on:
Mac and Windows