Beginner Flash question: How do I create a "step" style animation?

How do I create a "step" style animation? For certain movements, I don't want a smooth transition. I want position A to jump to position B immediately at the appropriate marker in the Timeline, not a gradual movement from point A to point B. Thanks in advance!
Alex
N33Z

just create keyframes with your displayobject positioned and do not using tweening between the keyframes. or use actionscript and a timer to change the object's position.

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