Flash Files
Flash uses the following file types and extensions:
| FLA | Flash file. This is the "master" document file for a flash project, i.e. the source file you work with in the Flash authoring program. These files can only be opened with Flash — not the Flash Player. To create the final product which is viewed by end users, export the appropriate file (usually SWF) from the FLA file. |
| FLV | Flash Video. Supported from version 7, FLV files are the preferred format for delivering video clips via Flash. |
| SWF | Flash delivery file — the file that end users see. This is a compressed version of the FLA file which is optimized for viewing in a web browser, the standalone Flash Player, or any other program which supports Flash. This file type cannot be edited in Flash. |
| SWT | Flash template. This allows you to edit and replace information in a Flash movie file; for example, a Flash button in which you can replace the text, links, etc. |
| SWC | Flash element. These files have customisable parameters which allow you to perform various application functions. |