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==Can I download a trail of FDT4?==
==Can I download a trail of FDT4?==
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Yes, you can download a 30 day trial of FDT 4 including the full functionality of FDT Enterprise. So, you can discover all features of FDT and taste pure coding comfort.
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Register for a free download of FDT 4 [http://www.fdt.powerflasher.com/download here].
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Register for your free download Please register here to receive the download links of FDT 4 [http://www.fdt.powerflasher.com/download here].
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==What if I have FDT3 already?==
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If you already have a FDT license you can use FDT4 Beta until the final release. No matter which kind of license for FDT 3 you have, during the Milestone period you will be able to use the full feature set of FDT 4 Enterprise.
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==How much will the final release cost?==
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If you have bought FDT after 3.5 was released, January 25th 2010, FDT4 is a free upgrade for you.
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Otherwise, we can guarantee you we will be having a very competitive price!
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==Can I upgrade my existing instance of FDT 3.x to FDT 4?
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No, please install a new FDT4 standalone version or a new eclipse instance.
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== Is ActionScript 2 still supported?==
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No, FDT 4 has no longer support for AS2. ActionScript 3 and MXML are the supported languages for the moment.
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==I have a feature request or I found a bug - where do I post it?==
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Please use our FDT Jira database http://bugs.powerflasher.com
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==Can I use an existing workspace for FDT4?==
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Yes, it's possible to use an existing workspace but in this case you won't see the Profile-Launcher Button in the toolbar. Please right-click on the toolbar > Customize Perspective > Command Groups Availability and here check '''Profile'''.
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==How long can I demo FDT 4?==
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If you’re an existing FDT 3 user you can download the Enterprise version of FDT 4 Beta regardless of the version you have. That way you have access to all features in the Beta phase of the upcoming version. Every milestone will expire after the final release of FDT 4.
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If you’re not using FDT yet you can download a 30 day trial version. Also keep in mind that you will get FDT 4 free of charge if you buy a version of FDT 3 now.
==FDT Installation fails (Unsupported major.minor version)==
==FDT Installation fails (Unsupported major.minor version)==
FDT needs at least Java 1.5 to run properly.  Test your install of java [http://www.java.com/en/download/installed.jsp here].
FDT needs at least Java 1.5 to run properly.  Test your install of java [http://www.java.com/en/download/installed.jsp here].
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==How can I reset the default Project Templates and Project Templates?==
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To reset the Project Types delete the folder projectTypes within the user-wide FDT configuration folder (/Users/username/FDT, C:\Users\username\FDT) and restart FDT.
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To reset the Project Templates delete the folder projectTemplates within the user-wide FDT configuration folder and restart the [http://www.fdt.powerflasher.com/developer-tools/fdt/fdt4-beta/milestone-2/fdt-4-tutorial-new-project-wizard/?L=122 New Project Wizard].
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==Where has the FDT Parser Preferences moved to?==
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Due to the new SDK Management we removed the parser settings and replaced the functionality with the FDT Compiler Preferences.
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==How can I define path variables for linked resources?==
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The preferences are now within the general workspace preferences (General - Workspace - Linked Resources). You can also click on the link within the FDT Welcome Screen to open them.
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==Why are there some wizards missing within Flash Explorer's '''New''' menu?==
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Please reset the FDT Perspective to refresh all entries. (Window - Reset Perspective...)
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==My profiler isn't working with FDT 4?==
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Please reset the FDT Perspective to refresh all entries. (Window - Reset Perspective...)
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==I changed the project's SDK but nothing changed in my '''.as3_classpath''' file==
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We moved the classpath in FDT 4 Milestone 2.
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==How do I get rid of the FDT 3 Compatibility folder? I only want to use FDT 4!==
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If you don't need downward compatibility anymore you can just delete any of its files. The folder is only existing if your project contains any legacy file.
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==I'm already using FDT 4 Beta Milestone 1. Do I have to reinstall FDT to use Milestone 2-4 or the Release Canadate?==
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No reinstall is necessary - it is possible to update from Milestone 1 to Milestone 2+. You can use the updatemanager in FDT: Help => Install new software and select "FDT Beta Update Site"
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Please note that this may doesn't work for later Milestones of FDT 4.
==Getting Started==
==Getting Started==

Revision as of 16:43, 24 September 2010

Contents

Can I download a trail of FDT4?

Register for a free download of FDT 4 here.

What if I have FDT3 already?

If you already have a FDT license you can use FDT4 Beta until the final release. No matter which kind of license for FDT 3 you have, during the Milestone period you will be able to use the full feature set of FDT 4 Enterprise.

How much will the final release cost?

If you have bought FDT after 3.5 was released, January 25th 2010, FDT4 is a free upgrade for you. Otherwise, we can guarantee you we will be having a very competitive price!

==Can I upgrade my existing instance of FDT 3.x to FDT 4? No, please install a new FDT4 standalone version or a new eclipse instance.

Is ActionScript 2 still supported?

No, FDT 4 has no longer support for AS2. ActionScript 3 and MXML are the supported languages for the moment.

I have a feature request or I found a bug - where do I post it?

Please use our FDT Jira database http://bugs.powerflasher.com

Can I use an existing workspace for FDT4?

Yes, it's possible to use an existing workspace but in this case you won't see the Profile-Launcher Button in the toolbar. Please right-click on the toolbar > Customize Perspective > Command Groups Availability and here check Profile.

How long can I demo FDT 4?

If you’re an existing FDT 3 user you can download the Enterprise version of FDT 4 Beta regardless of the version you have. That way you have access to all features in the Beta phase of the upcoming version. Every milestone will expire after the final release of FDT 4. If you’re not using FDT yet you can download a 30 day trial version. Also keep in mind that you will get FDT 4 free of charge if you buy a version of FDT 3 now.

FDT Installation fails (Unsupported major.minor version)

FDT needs at least Java 1.5 to run properly. Test your install of java here.

How can I reset the default Project Templates and Project Templates?

To reset the Project Types delete the folder projectTypes within the user-wide FDT configuration folder (/Users/username/FDT, C:\Users\username\FDT) and restart FDT.

To reset the Project Templates delete the folder projectTemplates within the user-wide FDT configuration folder and restart the New Project Wizard.

Where has the FDT Parser Preferences moved to?

Due to the new SDK Management we removed the parser settings and replaced the functionality with the FDT Compiler Preferences.

How can I define path variables for linked resources?

The preferences are now within the general workspace preferences (General - Workspace - Linked Resources). You can also click on the link within the FDT Welcome Screen to open them.

Why are there some wizards missing within Flash Explorer's New menu?

Please reset the FDT Perspective to refresh all entries. (Window - Reset Perspective...)

My profiler isn't working with FDT 4?

Please reset the FDT Perspective to refresh all entries. (Window - Reset Perspective...)

I changed the project's SDK but nothing changed in my .as3_classpath file

We moved the classpath in FDT 4 Milestone 2.

How do I get rid of the FDT 3 Compatibility folder? I only want to use FDT 4!

If you don't need downward compatibility anymore you can just delete any of its files. The folder is only existing if your project contains any legacy file.

I'm already using FDT 4 Beta Milestone 1. Do I have to reinstall FDT to use Milestone 2-4 or the Release Canadate?

No reinstall is necessary - it is possible to update from Milestone 1 to Milestone 2+. You can use the updatemanager in FDT: Help => Install new software and select "FDT Beta Update Site" Please note that this may doesn't work for later Milestones of FDT 4.

Getting Started

We have devoted a section on our wiki to getting you running with FDT quickly. Check it out.

How can I use trace() with AS3?

The Flex SDK which is included in the FDT stand alone installation has to be installed. Furthermore you need the Flash Debug Player to start your application. Please make sure that you're really using the DEBUG PLAYER. If you want to check which version of the Flash Player is installed on your system visit the Adobe Version test. If everything is installed correctly open your main class and start your application with "Debug As... --> FDT AS3 Application" (instead of "Run As..."). Two consoles in eclipse will open one for the compiler and one for the debugger. The console for the debugger shows the output of your traces.

How do I install FDT?

You can download the standalone Version of FDT, or install FDT as a plug-in to your existing Eclipse Instance.

  1. Install Eclipse
  2. Open Eclipse
  3. Select Help->Software Updates->Find and install...
  4. Select Search for new features to install and press next
  5. Press New Remote Site...
  6. Insert FDT into Name and http://fdt.powerflasher.com/update/ into URL
  7. Press finish

If you get an ERROR 403 you are perhaps behind a proxy.

  1. Preferences...
  2. Select Install/Update
  3. Select Enable http proxy connection
  4. Insert proxy address and port
  5. try again

I'm a student. Do you offer special student licenses?

Students can buy all full versions and upgrades for 50 % of the retail price. Check out the special application form. Please keep in mind that we need a copy of your student's ID which proves that you're actually enrolled at an university or school and that you are entitled to take this particularly favourable offer.

Do you support developers of open source projects?

We are very interested in encouraging projects everyone benefits from. So please let us know what you're doing and we encourage your work with the give-away of a free key for FDT 3 Enterprise license. Follow this link and fill out the application form. We will check out your project and get back to you as soon as possible.

I'm trying to import the fl package and I get an error...

Use "compc.exe" from the FlexSDK to create an SWC library out of the following folder:

<Adobe Flash CS3/4>\en\Configuration\Component Source\ActionScript 3.0\User Interface

Use this SWC as linked library within your project afterwards. Alternativly you can use the folder directly as "linked library".

I'm a software reseller. Are you working with resellers?

Yes we work with resellers. To get the special reseller rates please contact us via our Sales contact form and provide us with all the necessary data about your company. With these information we will create your personal FDT reseller account which allows you to get the discount.

What are the minimal installation requirements for FDT?

FDT is officially supported under Windows XP/Vista and Mac OS X (Linux is coming soon!). To get started with FDT please also install: 1. Java (1.5 or higher) 2. Eclipse (3.2 or higher) or download the stand alone version of FDT Additionaly we recommend to install Adobe Flash.

If you are developing AS3 please install the FlexSDK for compiling.

Does FDT run under Linux?

We do not officialy support FDT under Linux but we know that it works and we know a lot of our customers have set up their version of FDT under a Linux machine. To get support visit our forum. A lot of our forum members are working with FDT under Linux.

Can I install FDT into an already existing instance of Eclipse 3.3?

Yes you can:

  1. Open Eclipse
  2. Choose "Help->Software Updates->Find and install..."
  3. Select "Search for new features to install" and choose "Next"
  4. Choose "New Remote Site". Insert "FDT" as name and the URL "http://fdt.powerflasher.com/update"
  5. Confirm with "OK". Select "FDT" and choose "Finish"

Please consider, that there are two categories of FDT: "FDT 4" contains the FDT feature and "FDT Addon" is optional and depends on plug-ins of third party contractors. Features are only available if the corresponding plugins are pre-installed.

How about installing into Eclipse 3.4+?

Yes, you can:

  1. Open Eclipse
  2. Choose "Help->Software Updates..."
  3. Select "Available Software" Tab and choose "Add Site..."
  4. Insert "http://fdt.powerflasher.com/update" in Location field and confirm with OK
  5. Please open "http://fdt.powerflasher.com/update" out of "Available Software" and select "FDT 3". The "FDT 3 Add-ons" category is optional. Depending features are only available if the corresponding plugins of third party contractors are pre-installed.
  6. Click "Install..." to start the installation.

What kind of support can I expect?

We kindly ask you to check out the forum first. There's a good chance you are not the first person with a specific problem and often the solution can be found within the forum or while discussing your problem with other forum members.

If you are a user of FDT 4 Max you can use our support form to get help within the next 24h. Please keep the following in mind: the more information we have, the easier it is for us to react quickly and satisfactory. So please give us a brief, but precise, description of your problem.

Where can I donwload FDT 1?

We do not sell FDT 1 anymore, but if you have bought it already you can download it via eclipse from the following update URL:

http://fdt.powerflasher.com/update_fdt1/ http://fdt.powerflasher.com/update_fdt1/We have changed the location to avoid confusion with the new version FDT 3.

Which versions should I get?

If you just started programming and want to structure your sources, you should go for FDT Pure. It provides you with a lot of cool features and will definitely shorten your development time. It's your entry into the world of professional coding. If you are already a professional and if you are used to working with professional development tools you should go for FDT 3 Professional. A complete feature set supports you in handling your huge projects with bulky source codes and libraries. Your whole team can benefit from FDT 3 Professional and how it simplifies your coding procedure. If you need solutions to tricky tasks and if you want to benefit from our latest achievements you should go for FDT 3 Enterprise. This version offers not only extended support, you can also team up with our experts to be part of well-priced training sessions, especially developed for our Enterprise customers. FDT 3 Enterprise is for the experts among the experts!

How can I improve FDT's performance?

To improve the FDT performance you can try the following suggestions:

  • Remove unused SDKs from FDT
  • Close unused project
  • Uncheck "build automatically"
  • Raise the memory value in eclipse.xml adding the following two lines:
    • Xms512m
    • Xmx512m

Note: On a machine with only 1 gb of ram, lowering the value to 512mb will improve the performance

I'm getting this ERROR 403...

Please check the settings of your firewall.

  1. Preferences...
  2. Select Install/Update
  3. Select "Enable http proxy connection"
  4. Insert proxy address and port
  5. try again

Can I install the standalone version of FDT identically on more than one system?

To install FDT to more than one system, there is the option to create a "Property File" of the configuration details. In that case, you would have to start your first installation of FDT with the following command:

installername -f 'path to properties file'

and the following with:

installername -f 'properties file.'

Where can I find the FDT Carbon Version for Mac OSX

In general we allways recomment to Mac OS X users to use the Cocoa Version of FDT. But we have Carbon versions available.

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