Macromedia Flash® MX ActionScript For Dummies®

What the book covers: Flash ActionScript 'X' For Dummies covers the essentials of creating interactive, animated content using the scripting language associated with Flash. Updated coverage of the new version: This fully updated edition covers all the changes to the scripting interface and language that come with Flash 'X'. Series features: Features to-the-point explanations and step-by-step instructions that have made Dummies the choice for readers around the globe. ABOUT THE CD-ROM The CD includes author-created material including all examples used in the book as well as a fully functional Flash ActionScript application. The disc also contains programs to augment ActionScript including trials of Macromedia Fireworks, Dreamweaver, and Freehand as well as sample lessons.

Build animated buttons, shopping carts, jukeboxes, and more!

Turn your creations into awesome interactive applications – just add ActionScript!

ActionScript lets you take Macromedia Flash MX to a new level of interactivity. But how do you get the hang of all those objects, functions, operators, and new enhancements? Don't worry! With the tips and tutorials in this friendly reference, you'll be creating mouse chasers, scrolling text blocks, and online quiz games in no time.

All this on the bonus CD–ROM
* ActionScript tutorial lessons, artwork, examples, sound files, bonus content and more
* Demo versions of ActionScript tools, including SWfx for animated text and Swift 3D for creating 3D objects

System requirements: PC running Windows 98 or later; Power Macintosh running System 9.1 or later. See the About the CD appendix for details and complete system requirements.

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Introduction.

Part I: Demystifying ActionScript.

Chapter 1: ActionScript: What It Is and What It Isn't.

Chapter 2: Taking Action with ActionScript.

Chapter 3: ActionScript: Programming for Non–Programmers.

Part II: Using Elementary ActionScript, My Dear Watson.

Chapter 4: Directing a Movie.

Chapter 5: Managing a Movie.

Chapter 6: Giving and Getting Information with Variables.

Chapter 7: Creating Object Makeovers with Properties and Functions.

Part III: Using Not–So–Elementary ActionScript, My Dear Watson.

Chapter 8: Modifying and Creating Objects.

Chapter 9: Creating Interactive Elements.

Chapter 10: Sending and Receiving the Written Word.

Chapter 11: Creating Interactive Buttons and Menus.

Chapter 12: Keeping Score with ActionScript and Other Delights.

Chapter 13: Testing Your ActionScript and Exterminating the Bugs.

Part IV: Integrating ActionScript Elements in Your Flash Movies.

Chapter 14: Creating Useful Objects.

Chapter 15: Creating Interactive Elements.

Chapter 16: Creating Bells and Whistles.

Part V: The Part of Tens.

Chapter 17: Ten Tips for Trouble–Free ActionScript.

Chapter 18: Ten Internet Resources for ActionScript.

Appendix: About the CD.

Bonus Chapters on the CD–ROM!

Bonus Chapter 1: Actions Dictionary.

Bonus Chapter 2: ActionScript Properties Dictionary.

Bonus Chapter 3: ActionScript Objects Dictionary.

Bonus Chapter 4: Ten Showcase Web Sites to Inspire You.

Bonus Chapter 5: Creating Printable Movie Frames.

Bonus Chapter 6: Creating a Visitor Response Form.

Index.

End–User License Agreement.

Installation Instructions.

Doug Sahlin, a digital artist and Web designer, is the author of Macromedia Flash MX ActionScript for Designers, Fireworks 4 For Dummies, and many articles on 2D and 3D graphics.

ActionScript lets you take Macromedia Flash MX to a new level of interactivity. But how do you get the hang of all those objects, functions, operators and new enhancements? Don't worry! With the tips and tutorials in this friendly reference, you'll be creating mouse chasers, scrolling text blocks and online quiz games in no time.