Fireworks,
by Macromedia, is a software for making graphics on the web. It is three
tools in one: a bitmap editor, a vector editor, and a JavaScript generator
for buttons and rollovers. Fireworks create the smallest, highest quality
JPEG and GIF graphics in just a few steps. It is the total solution for
creating and producing web graphics. A firework simplifies and streamlines
the process of making web and screen graphics, while providing the ultimate
in flexibility and adaptability. Fireworks also makes it easy to minimize
file size without sacrificing quality, which results in faster websites
and higher satisfaction among website visitors.
Fireworks
is a solution to the challenges faced by web designers. Accordingly, Fireworks
is not optimal for creating or modifying images intended for traditional
commercial printing. The Fireworks environment is based on the RGB color
model, ideally suited for images rendered at screen, rather than print,
resolutions.
The
advantages of using Fireworks over other tools include efficiency, convenience,
and adaptability. With Fireworks, the designer is free to focus on design
and creation without distraction from switching from tool to tool.
The
efficient workflow is even more convenient with Firework's incredible
power over color palettes and file formats. Advanced preview capabilities
allow the designer to see the effect of palette and color depth changes
without the time-consuming step of viewing graphics in a browser. Amazingly,
both text and objects in a Fireworks graphic are fully editable at any
time.
Fireworks
MX 2004
Fireworks MX 2004 lets users
import files from all major graphics formats and manipulate both vector
and bitmap images to quickly create graphics and interactivity. Images
can be easily exported to Dreamweaver, Flash and third-party applications.
