Flash Button 1

Example

In this example you will learn how to insert an image, convert it to a button, and add a URL to it so it becomes a link.

Example

Step 1
Choose File > Import to import an image that will become a button. Locate the image and click Open. The image will be saved in the Library.

Step 2
Select the image with the Arrow tool.

Step 3
Convert the image to a symbol. Choose Insert > Convert to Symbol from the top menu. Name the symbol "button", choose Button from the Behavior list and click OK.

Step 4
Right click on the image. Choose Actions from the pop-up menu.

Step 5
In the Object Actions box click on the + sign. Choose Basic Actions > Get URL.

Step 6
Enter a full URL in the URL field (like http://www.w3schools.com).

Step 7
Choose target in the Window field. Close the Object Actions box.

Step 8
Choose Control > Test Movie from the top menu to test your Flash movie.

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