To activate Macromedia Captivate:
Double-click on the Macromedia Captivate icon on the desktop.
1.
The Macromedia Product Activation Wizard appears.
Follow the onscreen instructions and enter your serial number.
2.
The activation process begins. When the process is complete, a message appears stating that the
software was successfully activated.
Click Continue.
3.
(Optional) Register with Macromedia. Type in your name and e-mail address and click
4.
Register. A web page appears and confirms your registration. (You can register at any time.)
Registering Captivate
It is a good idea to register your copy of Macromedia Captivate, electronically or by mail. You can
register electronically during the product activation process when you first launch Captivate. By
registering, you are added to the priority list to receive notices about upgrades and new
Macromedia products. You can register using a simple online process or by mail.
To register your copy of Captivate online:
Click on the Help menu, and select Online Registration.
1.
Follow the online instructions and fill out the electronic form.
2.
To register your copy of Captivate by mail:
Click on the Help menu, and select Print Registration.
1.
Print the form and complete it.
2.
Mail or fax the form. (Fax number and mailing address are listed on the bottom of the form.)
3.
Transferring your Captivate software license
You can transfer your Captivate software license if you are upgrading your computer or need to
move Captivate to a new computer.
To transfer your Captivate software license:
Open Captivate.
1.
From the Help menu, select Transfer License
2.
Follow the online instructions.
3.
(Optional) Register with Macromedia. Type in your name and e-mail address and click
4.
Register. A web page appears and confirms your registration. (You can register at any time.)
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Chapter 1: Introduction and Installation