• Consider converting some of your vectors into Optimized Vector Graphics. This post on the FlashCats blog that explains how, and covers other tips on optimizing:
Optimizing for smaller SWF output size in Flash Catalyst
• A short technote covering size restrictions on imported art:
Size restrictions on imported art in Flash Catalyst
• Ian Giblin demos a wide range of techniques for structuring UI comps in Illustrator and Photoshop for use in Flash Catalyst.
The entire movie is worthwhile, but jump to the 29:35 mark if you are short on time:
Structuring UI comps in Illustrator and Photoshop
The presentation (in PDF) from a similar talk by Ian at MAX 2010 is available here:
Best Practices: Working with Flash Catalyst CS5 and Adobe design applications
• An article by Andrew Shorten covers best practices for moving art from Illustrator and Photoshop into Flash Catalyst:
Flash Catalyst Best Practices
