Creating new files in Fireworks

When you create a new file in Fireworks, you create a Portable Network Graphic, or PNG file. PNG is the native file format for Fireworks. You can easily convert the file to other web graphic formats, such as JPEG or GIF. For more information, see Converting files to other formats.

To create a new file:

1. Select File > New.

   The New Document dialog box opens.

   

2. Enter the canvas width and height measurements in pixels, inches, or centimeters.
3. Enter a resolution in pixels per inch or pixels per centimeter.
4. Select white, transparent, or a custom color for the canvas.

   NOTE

   Use the Custom color box pop-up window to select a custom canvas color.

5. Click OK to create the new document.

Fireworks creates a PNG file. Using a PNG file as your source file has the following advantages:

• The source PNG file is always editable. You can go back and make additional changes even after you export the file for use on the web.
• You can slice complex graphics into pieces in the PNG file and export them as multiple files with different file formats and various optimization settings.