Thursday, March 15, 2012

An Explosion of Adobe Fireworks Resources

An Explosion of Adobe Fireworks Resources

An often overlooked member of the Adobe Creative Suite is Adobe Fireworks. This application software can be used to create vectors, design application interfaces, digital artwork, and create rapid prototypes of websites. Adobe Fireworks can also generate PDF’s, export CSS based layouts, and a variety of other features. However, Adobe Fireworks resources are not easy to find. Resources are scattered among many different websites, blogs, and forums. Since the resources are far and few, some designers forget about all the features and abandon using the software all together.
In this article, renew your love for Adobe Fireworks! Check out the 200+ (mostly) free Adobe Fireworks resources that are gathered and categorized for easy reference. Please remember: since many designers have made these resources free for others, take the time to check out the license agreements before using any resources for personal and/or commercial projects.

1. Common Libraries, Patterns, and Rich Symbols

Common Libraries

Libraries are a great way to enhance the assets of Adobe Fireworks. Collections of symbols and objects save time when creating design elements.
Arrows
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Stencils
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Cursors
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Shields
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Patterns

A wonderful way to add a final touch or create interest in a design is by using a pattern. Check out some great pattern resources for Adobe Fireworks.
Kaliber Patterns
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Free Fireworks Patterns
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Free Patterns (158)
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Checker Patterns
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Carbon Pattern
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Free Patterns
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Wood Pattern Package
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Rich Symbols

Rich graphic symbols can be scaled and given attributes with scripts, which saves a lot of time when creating interfaces, websites, or design elements.
A reusable page icon
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Paper Grams
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iPhone GUI as Rich Symbols for Fireworks
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2. Styles

Styles are a great way to apply predefined attributes to an object or text (but not to bitmap objects).
Borders
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Metal Pack 1
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150 Fireworks Styles (Gradient Effects)
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Electronics
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15 Grunge Colors Styles
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Fireworks Styles Pack 2
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Fire and Flames
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131 Ultimate Web 2.0 Styles
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NN_Style_03
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Styles Pack 1-3
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Drawings
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15 FIREWORKS CS4 TEXT STYLES PACK 1
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Web 2.0 Styles 1
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Fireworks Styles Pack 1
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Overkill Set 1
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Stroke Styles for Fireworks MX, Series 1
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Fireworks Styles Pack 6
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48 Ultimate Web 2.0 Styles
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Chrome Gradient Styles
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The CMX Dash Pack
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MST Styles
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Style Pack 1
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Text Styles Pack
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Gradients, Blue Light, Charcoal, Chrome, etc. (No Preview Image)

3. Auto Shapes

According to help.Adobe.com, auto shapes are a great tool which “simplify the creation and editing process of common visual elements.” They’re also a great time saver.
Smart Resize
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Basic Pack 2
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Background Rectangle Auto Shape
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Pinwheel Auto Shape
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Crescent Auto Shape
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Ribbon
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Revolve Path Auto Shape
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Auto Shapes with Styles
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Sunburst, Effect Light Source, Geometry Guides, and Grid
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Annotation Auto Shape
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Sunburst
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Enhanced Rectangle Auto Shapes
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Simple Orb Smart Shape
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Puzzle Auto Shape
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Adjustments Panel
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4. Commands, Scripts, and Panels

Commands

Essentially, commands are shortcuts for automating repetitive tasks. Find out how the following commands can reduce the time of your next design process.
Copy Merge
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Harmonia Color Schemer
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Canvas Squeezer
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Copy Paste WHXY
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Watermark 1.0
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Color Palette 1.25
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Smart Punch
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Box Templates 1.0
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Demo Current Document 1.0
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Calculator
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Snap Objects 1.0
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Mac Button
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Smart Knife
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Rounded Bitmap Corners
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Copy Merged
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Spiral
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Objects, Pattern and Texture, and Text Commands
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Chrono 1.0
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Level Horizon
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Batch Import 1.0
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Interpolation Panel
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Utility Set One
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Brush, Document, and Effects Commands
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Flash Slide Show 1.12
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Campus Tools
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Add Web Guides, Group, Mask, Modify, 3D Rotate, Rename, and Paths Commands
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Duplicate, Offset, Rotate
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Save Paths as Actionscript
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Super Nudge 1.0.3
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Batch Complete Alert
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Extrude Paths
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Shape Shifter Set 1
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Scripts

Fireworks to XAML Exporter
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iPhone Application Prototype
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Panel

Gradient Panel
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5. Automation and Effects

Automation

A simple way to save time is through the use of Adobe Fireworks automating tasks. Check out a few examples of some true saving auto tasks.
FW CS4 Workspace Manager
Auto Vector Mask
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Effects

Effects (or Live Filters) are a great way to enhance vector objects, text, and bitmaps. Check out some fantastic ways to add effects to your designs.
Oldie Effect
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Metallic Gold Effect
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Old Paper Effect
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String of Pearls
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Twist and Fade
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6. Templates

Save valuable time with predesigned templates ranging from websites to iPhone prototypes.
Fireworks Toolkit for Creating iPhone Mockups
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Free Template #4 – Travel Site
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Adobe Fireworks Template for Android by UNITid
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FotoGallery 1
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FotoGallery 2
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Prebuilt CSS Templates in Fireworks CS4
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Free Template #3 – Restaurant Website
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Web Studio
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Super Guides 1.0
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Blueprint – Sample Web Template
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Template #5 – Writing Website
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Fireworks 975PX Grid Systems (6col and 12col)
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Free Template #6 – Business Website
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Free Website Template 7
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Free Template #2 – Funky Website
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Free Website Template 1
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Emote Template
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Free Website Template 8
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Prototyping for the iPhone
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7. Textures

Adding custom textures to fills and strokes gives artwork a “more organic look” and adds depth to your design.
20 Fireworks Seamless Texture Pack 1
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FTG Textures
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Wood Textures (61)
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Metal Textures (28)
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50 Pack
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Smoke (registration required)
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Cracked Paint
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Brick Textures (65)
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InkySmoke (registration required)
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Pave Textures (203)
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Fabric Patterns 0003 (registration required)
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Fractal
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Cracked Earth 0010 (registration required)
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Welcome Mat
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Splatter Round 0039 (registration required)
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Horizontal Lines
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Various 0224 (registration required)
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Zoom Starburst
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Rock Rough 008 (registration required)
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