Nothing new in CS6 for Overlay Creator?

Is no-one else a little dissapointed there's nothing new as far as the Overlay Creator Panel goes in InDesign? I realise javascript transitions are still in their infancy, but I was kind of hoping for further options with controlling object states and transitions.
Coming over from the Flash world, or even just the array of options that InDesign offers in the way of Flash presets, I feel there's a lack of this for .folio files.
I've been experimenting with Wallaby for a while, the massive work around to replicate a simply Flash transition is still to clunky. Even with the cleanest Flash files built from scratch (we're talking a single tween) it still throws out too many errors, but thats not my problem. The fact you can't even preview your then exported transition in the Desktop Viewer is just poor. Any good reason why this isn't possible, because having to go through the iPad Content Viewer every time is making for the longest workflow imaginable.
I suppose I should learn more about CSS3/Javascript, but I thought the point of this was what you can do inside of InDesign, without having to go InDesign > Flash > Wallaby > Opening CSS files > InDesign > Adobe DPS > iPad to make a simple animation?

@Neil,
Thought I'd let this stew for a day while I checked out Edge. Bear in mind I juggle lots of different projects on a daily basis, but manged to get to grips with it immediately. Timeline, keyframes, eases, scenes… its just like Flash. Wow! Only in a more friendly and modern Adobe interface (I always felt like Flash was stuck with some Macromedia mentality).
Very impressed with this on the surface. I've no idea what kidn of code it kicks out, and I don't care, as far as components to websites or using in conjunction with DPS this is great. I suppose our developer could always tidy up the script if need be. Very much looking forward to full release.
Quick question though
This expires in 35 days. Is it refering to my particular install or is this is message saying all copies of Edge? I just couldn't figure out if this means I won't be able to continue testing it, or everyone won't?
@Peter
I agree, this kind of thing probably should be kept out of InDesign, as its print programme at heart. Being able to edit text and produce layouts quickly is my main concern, anything the slows it down isn't helpful in my eye. I'd say there is a fair bit of Photoshop influence in there no though, layer styles have a lot to be thankful for.

Similar Messages

  • InDesign CS6 Missing "Overlay Creator" entirely?

    Hi all,
    I've recently downloaded the trial version of InDesign CS6 as well as the DPS Desktop Tools (http://www.adobe.com/support/downloads/thankyou.jsp?ftpID=5377&fileID=5010) and I'm following the "Get Started" tutorial here: http://www.adobe.com/devnet/digitalpublishingsuite/articles/digital-publishing-suite-hands -on-tutorial.html
    I've followed the instructions, installed InDesign CS6, Installed the tools yet when I open the example project in the tutorial I have no overlay creator option form Window > Extensions
    Can someone help me please? Point me in the right direction?

    In Indesign CS6 it is called Folio overlays. Go to Windows>Folio Overlays.

  • New Overlay Creator tools (Pullout Tabs)

    Hello DPS community,
    My question is in regards to the new tools available in DPS. I have created my folio for my senior degree project over the last few months. I have a 3rd generation iPad that I am previewing my project with the new version of Content Viewer.
    I would like to use some of the new tools available in the latest version of the Overlay Creator, mostly for the new pan & zoom features like those Pullout Tabs Adobe has shared with us on the DPS tips app. However my Overlay Creator panel must not be up to date because it does not display these new functions like Scrollable Frame. How can I update my Overlay Creator Panel so that I can take advantage of these new features? Do I just run an update on InDesign or do I have to download a new version of the Overlay Creator? Also will updating the Overlay Creator Panel negatively effect my overall project in any way? I am a little hesitant to update because everything works well as is and I don't want to break it and go into freakout mode. Has anyone had any experiences updating to the new tools, any problems while previewing or creating on InDesign. I am waiting to hear back before I attempt to update.
    Thanks in advance,
    Ryan

    http://help.adobe.com/en_US/digitalpubsuite/using/WS67cb9e293e2f1f60-21ba9a4512e5e5e0b8d-8 000.html

  • CS6 overlay creator

    Ive been using cs5.5 for app development to date but wish to change to Cs6 cloud to take advantage of free apps. However when I open project in cs6 the overlay creator is no where to be seen. Even under window - extensions it is not there, only Kuler?
    Do I have to uninstall CS5.5 to make cloud work properly?
    Is there likely to be any issues for work in progress  using 5.5. Or should I complete project before ditching 5.5?
    Any other suggestions to get Overlay creator to appear? (And yes before you ask I am in the Digital Publishing space).

    Hello,
    the Overlay creator is now called Folio Overlays in CS6 (along with the Folio Builder Panel) and it's available after you install the DPS Desktop Tools by going to the InDesign CS6 Help menu and choosing Updates.
    You should be able to see the DPS Tools available to download in the Adobe Application Manager.
    Or you could download it at http://www.adobe.com/support/downloads/detail.jsp?ftpID=5377

  • No scrollable frames in overlay creator

    Hi All, I use 7.5.5.17 tools, and have no sign of having to upgrade my tools...but there should be an new option in the overlay creator.
    scrollable frames, but it is not there, only pan and zoom to make scrollable frames...
    How come???
    regards, Anne

    That's not necessarily true - I had the same tools as my co worker and for a short time I didn't have the scrollable frame option, but he did
    then one day it appeared
    we both checked in extension manager and we were running the same tools and same version
    maybe reinstall the tools?
    Tim

  • I am about to buy a new computer and I noticed that the system comes with Windows8. I have Photoshop CS6 for windows 7. My question is can this be loaded onto the new windows 8 and if so what steps do i have to take?. Are there any things to avoid?

    I am about to buy a new computer and have noticed that the system comes with Windows 8. I have Photoshop CS6 for windows 7.
    I would like to know if this can be loaded on the new system? and what steps I need to take to ensure it functions correctly.

    Windows 8 meets Photoshop CS6 system requirements, see the link below
    System requirements | Photoshop

  • Question : illustrator CS6 (for PC) in my new iMac ??

    Can I install my illustrator CS6 (for PC) in my new iMac ?

    If by, "the e-mail program," you mean, Apple's "Mail" application, you make contacts by inputting them into the "Address Book" application. It's a separate application.
    Since I have no idea what you mean by, "my e-mail contact list," I can't recommend a method for transferring contacts to your "Address Book."
    You need to provide more information to get the answers that you need.
    What's the name of the e-mail program that you want to use, i.e., Mail, Outlook, Entourage?
    "New iMac e-mail," is not specific.
    What's the name of the e-mail program that you were using on your PC, i.e., Outlook, Outlook Express, etc.?

  • When I do Google search for images from my website nothing newer than September 2012 shows up.  How can I get Google to find new images?

    When I do Google search for images from my website nothing newer than September 2012 shows up.  How can I get Google to find new images?

    Have you uploaded a sitemap.xml recently and checked your webmasters account to see when your site was last crawled?
    http://www.iwebformusicians.com/Search-Engine-Optimization/SEO.html

  • HT5437 I installed the cable between the TV set ant my new Apple TV for streaming. I turned both on and nothing happened. I have a light on the Apple TV. I am working off of my Tablet.

    I installed the cable between my TV set and the new apple Tv for streaming. Nothing cam up on my TV screen. I want to get NETFLIx from my apple tablet and myTv set.

    Change to the appropriate input on the tv.

  • When i tap "update" on an app, or try and download a new app i get the loading wheel for around a second then it goes back to showing "update" and does nothing.  Any solutions for this?

    When i tap "update" on an app, or try and download a new app i get the loading wheel for around a second then it goes back to showing "update" and does nothing.  Any solutions for this?  This is relevant to an iPhone 5S running iOS 8

    If you're really running iOS 8, you should be posting in the Developer's Forum, as you well know since you signed an NDA when you signed up for the Developer's program.

  • I own and am downloading CS6 for install on a new surface Pro 3 tablet, don't have or want the extended version, but the installer keeps wanting to install the extended version. My regist shows it as Photoshop 13

    I own and am downloading CS6 for install on a new surface Pro 3 tablet, don't have or want the extended version, but the installer keeps wanting to install the extended version. My regist shows it as Photoshop 13

    Thanks for your help Jeff. When I put serial# in, it won't except it.... I think it wants to see a previous version in my pc because my serial is for an upgrade, but when it put in a serial# for version cs5 it still wont except. Do you think i have to install cs5 first (which is also an upgrade).. which will require that I put in version cs4 etc,.etc., etc.
    Do you know how I can get into an chat with Adobe.Thats what i had to do last time I installed CS6 in my desktop PC.
    Thanks / Ron

  • I require an update to Camera Raw for CS6 for the new Olympus 4/3 OMD E-M5 MARK II to process my images.  How can I get this?

    I require an update to Camera Raw for CS6 for the new Olympus 4/3 OMD E-M5 MARK II to process my images.  How can I get this?

    You may need to purge your Bridge cache for the folder with Mark II raws in it using:
    Bridge / Tools / Cache / Purge Cache For Folder current-folder-name
    I can see Mark II files in Bridge 5.0.2 for CS6 after installing the ACR 8.8 update, but I didn't try viewing thumbnails in the folder before I had ACR 8.8 so there were no cached "cannot read this file" thumbnails..
    If purging the cache and letting it rebuild doesn't work check to see what version of ACR Bridge has by using ridge / Edit / Camera Raw Preferences... (that's the Windows menu path).  Here is what I see:

  • Was Photoshop CS6 for Mac matchd for a new product apple 5k display ?

    Apple issued a new product iMac with Retina 5k display on 18 Oct, 2014 on market . This display has a high resolution of 5120*2880. I want to know:
    Photoshop CS6 for Mac was designed for this display ?
    Can Canon full size photo that is 5760*3840 show at this 5120*2880 screen ?  If yes, That means more detail can be seen than any monitors used before.

    From here you should be able to buy photoshop cs6:
    http://www.adobe.com/products/catalog/cs6._sl_id-contentfilter_sl_catalog_sl_software_sl_c reativesuite6.html

  • I purchased and downloaded CS6 for my MacBook Pro laptop. I now want to add CS6 to an iMac, how do I go about installing it on this new computer?

    I purchased and downloaded CS6 for my MacBook Pro laptop from Adobe. I now want to add CS6 to an iMac, how do I go about installing it on this new computer?

    Alibutlerdesigns you will use the same process to install on your second computer.  You can copy the installation files using a USB drive if you do not wish to download the installation files again.

  • HT201412 I just tried to upload the new operating system for my I phone 4s , I get to the terms and conditions, when touch "agree" it opens up and I touch agree again  and it closes and nothing more happens

    I just tried to upload the new operating system for my I phone 4s , I get to the terms and conditions, when touch "agree" it opens up and I touch agree again  and it closes and nothing more happens

    Reset and start all over again.
    Hold down the Sleep/Wake button and the Home button at the same time for at least ten seconds, until the Apple logo appears
    Note: Data will not be affected.

Maybe you are looking for