Re: FLASH: 2 questions about 2 3rd 3D program

[John Dowdell]

Size can vary with what you have. I haven't tested the tools myself, but

what I recall hearing is that at least one has shading options... if you

specify a new gradient for each curve, then that could be a larger filesize

than applying a single gradient over multiple pieces (an "area" option?).


The number of 3D polys could be a factor in some cases... in some

situations, a coarse resolution might even increase the curvecount by

increasing the spikes along the outline. Varies.


Analyzing the SWF once imported into Macromedia Flash seems like it would

be valueable, regardless... if there's actually a separate grouped shape

for each rendered poly, then you might be able to reduce filesize by

ungrouping and merging.


Sorry I don't have a single "do this" piece of advise, but have you checked

the docs in that tool for optimization tips? This should surely be a

subject there.


jd






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