How can I import SVG file to Flash CS5.5

[Meeliebeelie]

I want to import a .SVG file that I made in Inkscape to Flash CS5.5 how do I do this? Do I need to install some type of plugin/extension? Is there some way around it?

[DiCoSam]

Replying because this page ranks pretty highly on Google for some queries.

You can do this (to some degree) by using the intermediary format 'EMF'.

In Inkscape, go to: 'File' -> 'Save As', and choose the type as 'Enhanced Metafile (*.emf)'. This file can then be imported straight into Adobe Flash Professional. This will at least work for simple SVG files - although it may not handle a lot of features.

[sinious]

You should be able to save as other vector formats as well, like eps. That will import just fine.

[DiCoSam]

Actually no, that's incorrect. Flash CS5.5 can NOT import PS/EPS. I've seen a few threads mentioning this, but it's not the case (maybe older versions supported that?).

The list of supported file formats can be found here;

http://helpx.adobe.com/flash/kb/supported-file-formats-flash-professional.html

To import PS/EPS, you'd need to convert it first through another tool, such as Illustrator.

[sinious]

It certainly supports AI (most annoying when it defaults to that on import instead of all formats). Export AI. Yes you're right, CS4 supported EPS. I haven't even tried to import one since. Strange it doesn't support it.

I know I can open a EPS in photoshop and paste the vectors into Flash. Perhaps that's a potential workflow.

[abdo_alkilany]

salam,

it is very easy:

1- open the "name.svg" file in illustartror.

2- save it as "name.ai"

3- import it into the stage in flash, that is all.

best regards.