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What is a SWF file?

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SWF format is used by Macromedia Flash to combine text, graphics, video, animation and sound. It is the de-facto standard for vector graphics and multimedia on the Web. SWF files can be generated in Macromedia products and in many other commercial and open source products.

Is there a limit to the size of a SWF file ?

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A Flash file has an inherent limit of 16000 frames (Macromedia Knowledge Base Technote 14437). For an AVI that needs more than 16000 frames, CamStudio will split the SWf into several parts, with the following naming convention :

What is actually a .swf-file, such as the one you provide for download?

t-pse.de - a smart periodic table
t-pse was developed with version 5 of Macromedia Flash. The file extension .swf originally stood for "ShockWave Flash". According to Macromedia, it now stands for "Small Web Format". The history of the different technologies developed by Macromedia over time, usually just called "ShockWave", is rather intricate, and can therefore not be described here. swf files, often also called Flash Player "Movies" are created with Macromedia Flash to be published online.

How to change the background color of a swf file?

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The background color of a swf file can be changed by html code manually or by macromedia dreamweaver in swf properties panel.

Can I change the Flash/Swish (SWF) file myself?

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Sure! Many of our templates include flash/swish files that do not require specific programs to change the wording or the pictures. There is a note in each template letting you know if you can easily change the wording or images without using an extra program. If you must have SwishMax (the program we use to create the swish/flash files) to change the program, we will send you the source files (if they are not already included), so you can modify the file yourself.

How to manage a SWF file to play automatically?

MP3 to SWF Converter FAQ
Just click "Options" -> "SWF Options" and check "Play automatically", and then convert again.

How can I manage a SWF file to play only one time?

MP3 to SWF Converter FAQ
Just click "Options" -> "SWF Options" and uncheck "Loop play", and then convert again. MP3 to SWF Converter supports two types of SWFs when user chooses "Playback controllable SWF" on SWF options. When choosing "Single one SWF", the converter will generate single one SWF that contains both sound and buttons. For example: when converting sample.mp3 to SWF, the program generates file sample.

How to convert a large-size MP3/WAV file to a small-size SWF file?

MP3 to SWF Converter FAQ
You should choose a small bit rate and sample frequency in MP3 encoding parameters in option dialog. For example: 8 kbps 11025 Hz Mono, 24 kbps 22050 Hz Mono etc. The smaller bit rate is the small the size of generated SWF file is.

What do I need in order to use the downloaded .swf-file?

t-pse.de - a smart periodic table
t-pse is distributed in the .swf format. You can either run it directly on our website with your browser or download it. Macromedia calls all playback possibilities for .swf files "Flash-Player". In most cases, "Flash-Player" refers to a browser plug-in. It can either be integrated in the browser by default or downloaded in the latest version from the Macromedia website for your operating system and favourite browser.

How can I get a link in my SWF file to open in a new browser window?

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Next to the Link field (Object settings>Mouse events tab or Project settings>Output tab), where you type your URL, there is a Target field, where you may enter any browser target, or choose from a list of the most common. If no target is specified, the link will come up in the same browser window.

How do I replace or remove a link from an existing SWF file?

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You can place a transparent object over any portion of an existing SWF and add a link to the transparent object. To add a transparent object right click on an empty space in the WildPresenter timeline and select "Insert transparent object. The transparent object will appear on the WildPresenter timeline where you right-clicked it. You may scale and move this transparent object however you want.

What type of SWF file is created by the Flash Video Studio?

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Flash Video Studio creates a standard Macromedia Flash File version. It is compatible with Macromedia Flash MX and 2004.

How do I need to prepare a source SWF file for translation?

Avral Tramigo - FAQ - SWF and Flash localization / translati...
If you intend to use the internal translation approach, you need to implement all text fields with translatable text as dynamic fields and make sure correct fonts are used. If you intend to use the external translation approach, do the same plus two more things: (1) modify your code with just one call to an ActionScript function loadVariables or the load method of a LoadVars object, and (2) make sure that each translatable text field has a unique variable name.

Can I just send a SWF file to a translator who will translate it using Tramigo?

Avral Tramigo - FAQ - SWF and Flash localization / translati...
Yes. You can send the source SWF file to a translator who will use Tramigo to create a project, translate it into a foreign language and return the translated SWF or text file to you.

Why do I need both the HTML code and SWF file to display Flash banner?

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The SWF file is a special format of media file by Macromedia, which requires a browser plug-in to display it. To let the browser know it should display a Flash file, a special HTML code must be embedded into web page.

I'm getting a solid block of color for my SWF file What am I doing wrong??

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This will occur if the SWF Quality Factor is set to 100% in the Make SWF File option. 100% is not supported by SWF, we will be limiting this in future versions. Try 98% and the problem will go away. In general anything over 70% gives very good results and keeps your SWF file sizes low. This is a SWF artifact, you can eliminate this by setting a border on the image.
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