Trying to export to flash video

I thought there was a way to export to flash video within FCP, but apparently that doesn't look like that's the case. How do I export my project to a flash video file?
Is there a program I should install (e.g. the sorenson squeeze?) in order to convert?
Thanks.

Sorenson Squeeze will work for you. But also take a look at the products Wes suggested. Pick the one that works for you.
Keep in mind that there are two options for exporting to a flash file. One is to export as an .swf file, which includes the little player with transport controls and all, the other is to export as an .flv file, this file requires that the website or whatever have a flash video player (not to be confused with Adobe's Free Flash Player) this player is a control box that calls for the flv file and then plays it. The flv file is smaller but won't play on its own.
Hope this helps,
K

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GregEW2
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From what you wrote, you have Premiere Elements 10. Is that on Windows 7 64 bit or other. For now I will assume Windows 7 64 bit. If version 10 is on Windows 7 or 8 64 bit it is a 64 bit application running in the 64 bit system which makes it possible for full use of the 64 bit resources. That is good news especially when you are trying to take a large project to completion.
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What is you plan for exporting your Timeline, export to file saved to the computer hard drive or burn to disc DVD or Blu-ray? Keep in mind that the setting for the project preset do not prohibit variations in the export choice under most conditions. If you post a description of your source media and how you would like to export it, I will offer some very specific guidelines on that.
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