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To change the name of the current cast, enter the new name in the Name text box.
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3 Select a Preload option to define how cast members are loaded into memory when the movie runs:
When Needed loads each cast member into memory when it is required by the movie. This setting can slow
down the movie while it plays, but it causes the movie to begin playing sooner. This setting is the best choice
when controlling cast members that load with Lingo or JavaScript™ syntax.
After Frame One loads all cast members (except those required for frame 1) when the movie exits frame 1. This
setting can ensure that the first frame appears as quickly as possible, and it might be the best choice if the first
frame of the movie is designed to remain onscreen for a number of seconds.
Before Frame One loads all cast members before the movie plays frame 1. This setting causes the movie to take
longer to start playing, but it provides the best playback performance if there is enough memory to hold all cast
members.
Viewing and setting cast member properties
You can display and set properties for individual cast members, or for multiple cast members at once, even if the cast
members are different types. In both cases, use the Property inspector.
You can also set cast member properties by using Lingo or JavaScript syntax (see
using Lingo or JavaScript
1 Select one or more cast members.
Do one of the following:
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If the Property inspector is open, click the Member tab.
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If the Property inspector is not open, select Window > Property Inspector, and click the Member tab.
syntax).
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