Symbols, Instances, and the Library

• symbol - reusable object that lives in the library
• instance - a copy of the symbol that lives on stage refering back to a symbol in the library

Creating Symbols

• creating graphic symbols (Modify > Convert to Symbol)
• alternate methods to create symbols (double-click on Stage vs Library)
• symbol naming conventions

Creating Symbols
Modify > Convert to Symbol
(F8)

Insert > New Symbol
(Command F8)

Editing Symbols and Instances

• editing symbols (change it in the library and it's changed everywhere)
• editing symbol instances (shape, effects, color, etc.)
• working with the library

Motion Tweening

• animated graphic symbols
• right click or control click on a keyframe with multiple frames to create a motion tween.
• only works with symbols
• tweening effects
• motion guides
• motion tweening text

Assign Midterm - Check out the midterm assignment.

Take your animation to the next level. Create a new scene that utilizes symbols and motion tweens. This can be anything just make sure you have animations and are using symbols and motion tweens.