# flash **URL:** https://forum.kirupa.com/c/programming/flash/38.md?page=1972 [Latest](https://forum.kirupa.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.kirupa.com/categories.md) **Page:** 1973 --- ## [Problem with components and focus](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/problem-with-components-and-focus/168491)
**Author:** [@disobey\_design](https://forum.kirupa.com/u/disobey_design)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2005, 6:05pm UTC](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/problem-with-components-and-focus/168491 "2005-11-07T18:05:05Z")
Hi everyone, I have a problem with Flash 8. Whenever I have a component either on stage, or in the library, there is a problem with the focus. For example, I have a text field on the stage. If you click the text field,… --- ## [How to Stop MC with Easing on mouse out?](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/how-to-stop-mc-with-easing-on-mouse-out/168489)
**Author:** [@BhavikShah](https://forum.kirupa.com/u/BhavikShah)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2005, 5:26pm UTC](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/how-to-stop-mc-with-easing-on-mouse-out/168489 "2005-11-07T17:26:58Z")
Dear Mods & Friends... I am moving 1 mc by onClipevnet (enterframe) while mouse is there on certain portion of the stage and i stop that moving of mc while mouse is not over tht certain portion of the stage or moves ou… --- ## [Get current user in flash mx2004](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/get-current-user-in-flash-mx2004/168488)
**Author:** [@superprg](https://forum.kirupa.com/u/superprg)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2005, 5:25pm UTC](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/get-current-user-in-flash-mx2004/168488 "2005-11-07T17:25:14Z")
Is it possible to get the current user logged in Flash MX 2004? How? Thanks --- ## [Datefield and ComboBox inside a loaded MC](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/datefield-and-combobox-inside-a-loaded-mc/168483)
**Author:** [@developmental](https://forum.kirupa.com/u/developmental)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2005, 5:05pm UTC](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/datefield-and-combobox-inside-a-loaded-mc/168483 "2005-11-07T17:05:29Z")
I am having an issue with the datefield and combobox components. I have created an swf with both units and they function correctly. The swf is then loaded into a holding mc on the main swf file using loadMovie. When this… --- ## [Help with "Transitions between external SWFs"](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/help-with-transitions-between-external-swfs/168482)
**Author:** [@niftybobby](https://forum.kirupa.com/u/niftybobby)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2005, 4:50pm UTC](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/help-with-transitions-between-external-swfs/168482 "2005-11-07T16:50:15Z")
Before I start, I just gotta say that this is an awesome site \[smile\] Usually, I don't post on forums for help unless I'm really stuck, as in the case now. I just can't seem to figure it out. Problem: Alright, I hav… --- ## [Help with font used in combo box elements](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/help-with-font-used-in-combo-box-elements/168478)
**Author:** [@lkelly](https://forum.kirupa.com/u/lkelly)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2005, 4:32pm UTC](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/help-with-font-used-in-combo-box-elements/168478 "2005-11-07T16:32:40Z")
I've created a modified skin for my combo box - I basically wanted all the elements to be twice as large so I can accomodate a touchscreen user (with fat fingers). I did that by editing the HaloTheme scroll bar assets a… --- ## [MX 2004 problem with symbols](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/mx-2004-problem-with-symbols/168477)
**Author:** [@pilvepanaan](https://forum.kirupa.com/u/pilvepanaan)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2005, 4:27pm UTC](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/mx-2004-problem-with-symbols/168477 "2005-11-07T16:27:34Z")
hi! i have the following problem: i have a movie clip called "map". i would like to have another movie clip (simple walking guy) to walk there following the map's coordinates. so, i attach the "walk\_guy" movie to "ma… --- ## [Flash Player 8 getURL problems?](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/flash-player-8-geturl-problems/168476)
**Author:** [@bazzajunior](https://forum.kirupa.com/u/bazzajunior)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2005, 4:20pm UTC](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/flash-player-8-geturl-problems/168476 "2005-11-07T16:20:35Z")
Hi All, This is kind of a question and a possible resolve in one. I have been using Flash MX2004 for upgrading an academic site and recently downloaded the trial of Flash 8. This of course upgraded my player from v7 to… --- ## [Preload takes long time with sound export first frame](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/preload-takes-long-time-with-sound-export-first-frame/168472)
**Author:** [@Pepetex](https://forum.kirupa.com/u/Pepetex)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2005, 4:00pm UTC](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/preload-takes-long-time-with-sound-export-first-frame/168472 "2005-11-07T16:00:27Z")
preload takes a long time to appear when I try to export a sound file on first frame. As far as you know, is there a way by accion scripts or any other mean to get preload moviclip at once? Pepetex --- ## [Sequential dynamically loaded Mc'sinto target Mc's](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/sequential-dynamically-loaded-mcsinto-target-mcs/168469)
**Author:** [@alimantado](https://forum.kirupa.com/u/alimantado)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2005, 3:07pm UTC](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/sequential-dynamically-loaded-mcsinto-target-mcs/168469 "2005-11-07T15:07:42Z")
:ponder: Im searching for some script to dynamically load ad banners into my root movie in sequence one after the other they will be loaded into a target Mc . Anybody with any Ideas? --- ## [Buttons within scrollable pane or scrolling text is there any one can help me?](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/buttons-within-scrollable-pane-or-scrolling-text-is-there-any-one-can-help-me/168467)
**Author:** [@alimantado](https://forum.kirupa.com/u/alimantado)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2005, 2:58pm UTC](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/buttons-within-scrollable-pane-or-scrolling-text-is-there-any-one-can-help-me/168467 "2005-11-07T14:58:21Z")
hello all Im trying to make a scrolling list of names that contains buttons which will navigate on the root level of my web site but dont know why my button actions wont work Im using the scroll component , Would it be… --- ## [URGENT QUESTION about KIRUPA XML gallery](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/urgent-question-about-kirupa-xml-gallery/168463)
**Author:** [@5TEF](https://forum.kirupa.com/u/5TEF)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2005, 1:45pm UTC](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/urgent-question-about-kirupa-xml-gallery/168463 "2005-11-07T13:45:43Z")
Hi, i'm currently just finish the great tutorial of Kirupa located here : "Adding Thumbnail" it work fine, but i absolutely need of this gallery in Flash 6 format... after trying to export it, thumbnail are not vi… --- ## [loadMovie / attachMovie error](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/loadmovie-attachmovie-error/168462)
**Author:** [@droolz](https://forum.kirupa.com/u/droolz)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2005, 1:40pm UTC](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/loadmovie-attachmovie-error/168462 "2005-11-07T13:40:32Z")
Hi All, First post \[smile\] I've got a swf that sorts out all the sounds for the master movie, this swf is loaded in and works just fine, except none of the actual sounds are attached from the library. Works fine on its… --- ## [TagBoard/Shoutbox](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/tagboard-shoutbox/168461)
**Author:** [@deweydesigns](https://forum.kirupa.com/u/deweydesigns)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2005, 1:31pm UTC](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/tagboard-shoutbox/168461 "2005-11-07T13:31:41Z")
Hi.. can anyone point me to a WORKING tutorial for a tag board in flash 8??? I have been through a dozen tuts that don't work... : ( Basically, I just need 2 input fields: name and message a couple of static fields … --- ## [Hga77 XML : load mult MC's to mult containers](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/hga77-xml-load-mult-mcs-to-mult-containers/168460)
**Author:** [@invisible7](https://forum.kirupa.com/u/invisible7)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2005, 1:24pm UTC](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/hga77-xml-load-mult-mcs-to-mult-containers/168460 "2005-11-07T13:24:31Z")
sorry for double post, but just realized knowone may ever see my post at end of very long and dated "xlm..done" thread. I've looked through thread closely to see if i could find an answer myself and i couldn't. Using … --- ## [How do i set a timer on to a movieclip](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/how-do-i-set-a-timer-on-to-a-movieclip/168459)
**Author:** [@DesignerDude05](https://forum.kirupa.com/u/DesignerDude05)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2005, 1:10pm UTC](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/how-do-i-set-a-timer-on-to-a-movieclip/168459 "2005-11-07T13:10:34Z")
setProperty("pleasewaitmain", \_visible, true); how would i set this on a timer to be UNVISIBLE (false) after about 10 seconds... --- ## [Selecting and comparing numbers](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/selecting-and-comparing-numbers/168457)
**Author:** [@twillis](https://forum.kirupa.com/u/twillis)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2005, 12:46pm UTC](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/selecting-and-comparing-numbers/168457 "2005-11-07T12:46:58Z")
Hi, Im trying to make a movie where by you have to insert 6 numbers, which are then sorted in ascending numerical order. Then another 6 random numbers will be generated randomally and compared to your chosen numbers an… --- ## [Mercury Effect](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/mercury-effect/168451)
**Author:** [@danx](https://forum.kirupa.com/u/danx)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2005, 12:15pm UTC](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/mercury-effect/168451 "2005-11-07T12:15:55Z")
Hi, Has anyone every seen the movement of Mercury (the metal) simulated in flash and if so how it was done? I've been asked to create a banner ad for Mercury the new PSP game. Any pointers would be muchly appreciated… --- ## [Multiple FPS](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/multiple-fps/168450)
**Author:** [@BaconIsGood4You](https://forum.kirupa.com/u/BaconIsGood4You)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2005, 12:01pm UTC](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/multiple-fps/168450 "2005-11-07T12:01:45Z")
I am making a demo reel of my animation, some of which is at 12, 16, and 24 FPS. Is there any way that I could have multiple FPS in my demo reel? Or will I have to record with Fraps or edit my work for 24 FPS? --- ## [Getting a variable from a php page?](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/getting-a-variable-from-a-php-page/168446)
**Author:** [@joakimlinden](https://forum.kirupa.com/u/joakimlinden)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2005, 10:32am UTC](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/getting-a-variable-from-a-php-page/168446 "2005-11-07T10:32:09Z")
I'm completely new to php and loadVars and all these things, so I don't know what information about these things is relevant... Here's what I need help with: I have created a video player interface which loads extern… --- ## [Anyone know how to make this kind of navigation?](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/anyone-know-how-to-make-this-kind-of-navigation/168444)
**Author:** [@deevius](https://forum.kirupa.com/u/deevius)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2005, 10:21am UTC](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/anyone-know-how-to-make-this-kind-of-navigation/168444 "2005-11-07T10:21:43Z")
Wow, if anyone knows how to make a navigation similar to this: http://www.anygivenfriday.com/ and doesn't mind sharing their knowledge - that would be awesome. I would ask the guy who made it but somehow i think he'd w… --- ## [Online web Video](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/online-web-video/168443)
**Author:** [@mitforma](https://forum.kirupa.com/u/mitforma)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2005, 10:19am UTC](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/online-web-video/168443 "2005-11-07T10:19:30Z")
Hello! I have a problem. I do not know how to stream a video online. I am making a web page where you can see what it is going on in the office. Do anyone know a link or a tutorial how to do it. I want to integrate a liv… --- ## [Kirupa XML drop-down menu](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/kirupa-xml-drop-down-menu/168442)
**Author:** [@moodie](https://forum.kirupa.com/u/moodie)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2005, 10:08am UTC](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/kirupa-xml-drop-down-menu/168442 "2005-11-07T10:08:42Z")
Hi, I'm really stuck and was hoping someone wouldn't mind helping out a n00b. I've been doing the tutorial on the XML drop-down menu here and have got it all working fine as far as the tute goes, I'm just having tro… --- ## [CPU usage issue](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/cpu-usage-issue/168441)
**Author:** [@deevius](https://forum.kirupa.com/u/deevius)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2005, 10:07am UTC](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/cpu-usage-issue/168441 "2005-11-07T10:07:27Z")
http://cg.psdsliced.com/test1 - it seems the mouse-following orbs animation pushes cpu usage up to 100%, is there any way to get around that at all or am am I better off not using really cpu-intensive animations like th… --- ## [TSetProperty javascript fail in Flash Player 8](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/tsetproperty-javascript-fail-in-flash-player-8/168432)
**Author:** [@woot](https://forum.kirupa.com/u/woot)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2005, 6:52am UTC](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/tsetproperty-javascript-fail-in-flash-player-8/168432 "2005-11-07T06:52:12Z")
Hi, SWF generated from Flash MX 2004, Flash Player 8 installed, now suddenly HTML \> JavaScript "TSetProperty" does not work. Please advise. Many thanks. --- ## [Using hover caption kirupa---not working when loading external swf file](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/using-hover-caption-kirupa-not-working-when-loading-external-swf-file/168431)
**Author:** [@jblu](https://forum.kirupa.com/u/jblu)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2005, 6:31am UTC](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/using-hover-caption-kirupa-not-working-when-loading-external-swf-file/168431 "2005-11-07T06:31:54Z")
Hi, Can someone please help me!?? I'm using the kirupa fla source file for the hover caption http://www.kirupa.com/developer/mx2004/hover\_captions.htm and have created an external movie file where I want the hover capt… --- ## [onMouseMove and Setinterval](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/onmousemove-and-setinterval/168428)
**Author:** [@chaq](https://forum.kirupa.com/u/chaq)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2005, 5:45am UTC](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/onmousemove-and-setinterval/168428 "2005-11-07T05:45:39Z")
Hi, If i want an animation to play after 20 seconds where there are no mouse movement, how should i write the codes? If within this 20 secs, there is movement, then it should restart counting from 0 seconds again ... … --- ## [How can I stop picture from blinking after double-clicking gallery arrow?](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/how-can-i-stop-picture-from-blinking-after-double-clicking-gallery-arrow/168426)
**Author:** [@Sirenetta1](https://forum.kirupa.com/u/Sirenetta1)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2005, 5:25am UTC](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/how-can-i-stop-picture-from-blinking-after-double-clicking-gallery-arrow/168426 "2005-11-07T05:25:29Z")
I have an XML gallery (designed by Scotty!) that has a problem. If you double-click (or quickly click) on the forward or backward arrow to cycle through each picture, the picture starts to blink and the gallery can't be … --- ## [One day expiration](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/one-day-expiration/168422)
**Author:** [@Keith30](https://forum.kirupa.com/u/Keith30)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2005, 4:30am UTC](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/one-day-expiration/168422 "2005-11-07T04:30:23Z")
How would I modify this source if I wanted to have a one day then expire? I would like the source to use the time and/or date the swf was launched and count down to one work for one day. var start = new Date(2003, 1, 1… --- ## [Auto Align a mc](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/auto-align-a-mc/168417)
**Author:** [@DEv10](https://forum.kirupa.com/u/DEv10)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2005, 3:24am UTC](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/auto-align-a-mc/168417 "2005-11-07T03:24:25Z")
Hello, new to the forum. I am looking to have a mc auto align top left when the background is tiled with out scaling. yeah, thats sounds weird but check out my site www.designelement10.com/desktop.htm. It is serving as… [Previous page](https://forum.kirupa.com/c/programming/flash/38.md?page=1971) [Next page](https://forum.kirupa.com/c/programming/flash/38.md?page=1973)