Reuse Symbols in Flash CS3
Reusing symbols reduces the file size of the animation and makes it faster to load.
We can make copies of symbols which are called instances of the symbol. Each instance can also be given a different name in the Properties window.
Continuing with the tutorial, let's reuse the "line" symbol to create the 2nd line of the railway track.
- Select this line symbol (on the stage)
- Copy it (Edit Copy)
- Paste it (Edit > Paste)
- Position this copy a bit lower than the first.
Flash CS3 Tutorial for Beginners
- Step 1: Create a new Flash CS3 document
- Step 2: Add text
- Step 3: Graphic Symbols
- Step 4: Layers
- Step 5: Draw Shapes (Rectangle)
- Step 6: Draw Shapes (Oval)
- Step 7: Draw Lines
- Step 8: Reuse Symbols
- Step 9: Resize and Rotate objects
- Step 10: Paste in Place
- Step 11: Align
- Step 12: Change colors of symbols
- Step 13: Transform Options
- Step 14: Movie Clip Symbols
- Step 15: Keyframes
- Step 16: Motion Tweens
- Step 17: Lock Layers
- Step 18. Import an Image
- Step 19: Publish the Flash file
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