# Handle Constructor Stage References of Loaded SWF

**URL:** https://forum.kirupa.com/t/handle-constructor-stage-references-of-loaded-swf/320011
**Category:** flash
**Created:** [March 11, 2011, 6:22am UTC](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/handle-constructor-stage-references-of-loaded-swf/320011 "2011-03-11T06:22:24Z")
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### Author: ![Nejuf](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/n/ecc23a/32.png) [@Nejuf](https://forum.kirupa.com/u/Nejuf)
#### Post date: [March 11, 2011, 6:22am UTC](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/handle-constructor-stage-references-of-loaded-swf/320011/1 "2011-03-11T06:22:24Z")

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I’ve read a lot of different articles and discussions about the null object reference that occurs when a loaded swf tries to access the stage before it has been added to the display list.

And I’m wondering, “Is there seriously no way to handle this issue without modifying the SWF being loaded?” Even with Flex or otherwise?

I just find it rather hard to believe. :diss: