Fireworks - Lesson3:Importing, Grouping and Layers

 

Refer to lesson 3 on page 45 to answer these questions.

1. What shortcut key combination can you use to import an object?

2. List at least four reasons to group objects.

Step 3.2 Grouping Selected Objects
3. Once several objects have been grouped how can you still select individual components?

4. What key can be used in combination with the selection tool to subselect?

Step 3.3 Arranging the Order of Objects
5. Show the Modify toolbar by clicking on the Window menu then Toolbars then Modify. List four buttons found on this toolbar. Be able to hide and display this toolbar.

Step 3.4 Using the Info Panel
6. Draw a diagram of your 400 X 400 pixel canvas and then label each corner with the corresponding X, Y axis.
How is this different from a coordinate system you would use in math?

7. What are the advantages of using layers in a drawing?

8. What two layers will all Fireworks drawings have?

Step 3.6 Hiding and Showing Layers
9. How do you hide a layer?

10. Explain how the Info Panel can be used to resize an object.

11. An object on layer 1 is hidden by an object on layer 2. How can I make the layer 1 object visible using layers?

12. What are the advantages of locking a layer?

13. Show your Compass Logo and your answers to your instructor for teacher check.

 

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