How to see an imported FLV file on the timeline

[mRoy62]

I have a feeling this is a really basic question, but I am pretty new to Flash. I've imported an FLV file. This file is a slideshow of photographs with a Ken Burns effect already applied. I was hoping that I would be able to see the video frames on a timeline. What I then want to be able to do is jump to different frames (approximately where the photo changes) as a result of clicking buttons.

I thought this would be a good project to do in Flash as a way to learning.

Lots of help needed

Thanks,

[Guest]

When you import the video, use the options to import it to a MovieClip. This will stick it on the timeline and you can see the individual frames you are looking for.

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[mRoy62]

I don't see the option. I'm using CS4. My steps are:

File>Import>Import video

Load external video with playback component

I click Next, select no skin.

I then get a screen telling me where the video is located etc.

[Guest]

Do you not have "Embed FLV in SWF and play in Timeline Option"?

(I can't remember in CS4)

[mRoy62]

Yes I do have that. However, when I click Finish at the end of the wizard, the video is on the stage but I only get one frame marked. When I press ctrl-Enter the video plays. Do I need to set something to "expand" the movie on the timeline?

[Guest]

The next option after choosing embed is to use the drop down box (where it says Embedded Video) and use the MovieClip option.

That'll get you all the frames in the video on the timeline.

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[mRoy62]

I'm getting close. I now have a timeline. However, when I click on different frames my video on the stage does not change. Should it? Should I be viewing differently?

[Guest]

If you imported it, embedded it as an MC, you should be able to scrub the timeline and see the video change - assuming your timline is the length of the video. Double check the frame rate of your video and the frame rate on your timeline for an accurate match.

Try importing to a fresh flash file too, to make sure nothing in your other flash file is hindering your progress.

[mRoy62]

How do I check the frame rates?

[Guest · Accepted solution]

The very bottom of the screen, you'll see something like 24fps. You can edit that as well if you need too.