Imported graphic from Photoshop is pixelated

I have a problem when trying to import any graphic file, even a .psd file, in flash pro. The problem is that when imported, the graphic gets pixelated and the edges of of the graphic does not look smooth (not curves but pixelated lines). Interestingly the problem only occurs when I test the movie, but while editing it the graphic looks fine.
I am using windows and have flash and photoshop cs5. How can I transfer my graphic from photoshop to flash without the pixelation of the curved lines? Thanks.

To add to what Adninjastrator said, You could also think about creating vectors in Photoshop as most games use vectors because it doesn't pixelate no matter what size
Learn about vectors at the following link..
http://www.melissaevans.com/tutorials/vector-art-with-photoshop

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