You can use the Property inspector to apply some Photoshop plug-ins as Live Filters. Not all Photoshop plug-ins can be used as Live Filters. You can also import Photoshop plug-ins by pointing to a plug-ins folder using the Preferences dialog box. For more information, see Folders preferences.

When you share a Fireworks file in which a Photoshop plug-in is applied as a Live Filter, whoever opens it can view the filter only on a computer in which the plug-in is installed. Built-in Fireworks filters, however, are saved with the Fireworks file.

To install Photoshop plug-ins:

  1. In the Property inspector, click the Add Filters button, then select Options > Locate Plugins.
  2. Navigate to the folder where the Photoshop plug-ins are installed and click OK.
  3. Restart Fireworks to load the plug-ins.

    NOTE

    If you move the plug-ins to a different folder, repeat the above steps, or select File > Preferences and click the Folders tab to change the path to the plug-ins. Then restart Fireworks.

To apply a Photoshop plug-in to a selected object as a Live Filter: