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 Combine Live View with Live Code to reveal code as rendered in an interactive state, like hovering over and selecting a Spry data image. Armed with these details, you can quickly modify relevant CSS rules. Click to enlarge. |
- Cross-product integration with key Adobe tools (Flash, Fireworks, Photoshop, Device Central)
- Support for HTML, XHTML, CSS, XML, JavaScript, Ajax, PHP, Adobe ColdFusion and ASP
- Full FLV support
- Advanced JavaScript functionality
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Top new features of Dreamweaver CS4
Live View--View your web pages under real-world browser conditions with the new Live View, whilst still retaining direct access to the code. This new rendering mode, which uses the open source rendering engine WebKit, displays your designs like a standards-based browser. Changes to the code are immediately reflected in the rendered display. However, Live View is no ordinary static viewport. Trigger your CSS-based navigation to view hover states or pull-down sub-menus, and freeze your page at any point to review the generated code. Explore your code rapidly while viewing the page in the real-world browser rendition of the new Live View. Click to enlarge. |
Related Files and Code Navigator--The Related Files feature displays all the documents associated with your current page, whether CSS, JavaScript, PHP or XML, in a bar along the top of your primary document. Click any related file to edit its source in Code View while viewing the parent page in Design View. Changes made to the related file code are immediately reflected in Design View. Prefer to work at code level? A click in either Code or Design View brings up the Code Navigator pop-up window, which displays CSS rules, server-side includes, external JavaScript functions, Dreamweaver templates, Library files, iframe source files and more.
CSS best practices--Implement CSS best practices without writing code. The new CSS tab in the Properties panel shows the styles for the current selection, plus all applicable CSS rules. Hover over any property to view a jargon-free tool tip. Create and apply new CSS rules in the Properties panel and store in the same document or an external style sheet. Dreamweaver CS4 even gives you control over the specificity of your rule; just click Less Specific or More Specific in the updated New CSS Rule dialog box to target your style precisely.
Code hinting for Ajax and JavaScript frameworks--Write JavaScript quickly and accurately with improved support for JavaScript core/DOM objects (Window, Screen, Document, Event), primitive data types (Object, Array, Number, RegExp, String) and advanced custom functions, with support for parameters, class constructors, and nested objects, updated in real time as you modify your related JavaScript files. Incorporate popular JavaScript frameworks including jQuery, Prototype, and Spry by attaching the appropriate external JavaScript files--Dreamweaver automatically displays code hints on demand. Built-in syntax error detection helps you create accurate code first time, every time.
 The green symbol in the upper left corner of a PSD file inserted into Dreamweaver tells you that the source file and web-ready instance are in sync. Click to enlarge. |
 Panels, like the CSS Styles panel, can be quickly expanded to make modifications to your web page and, with a click, collapsed to allow maximum screen real estate for your design. Click to enlarge. |
Adobe InContext Editing--This new online service lets anyone who can use a browser update content quickly and easily. Design your editable pages in Dreamweaver CS4 to retain total control over the look and feel of your sites; then, simply designate the parts of the page you want your clients to be able to change, with all other sections remaining locked. Easily set CSS styles to ensure entered content is properly and consistently formatted.
HTML data sets--Create your data in a standard HTML table, a series of div tags, or even an unordered list, and then choose Insert > Spry > Spry Data Set to easily integrate that data into a dynamic table on the page, complete with sortable columns, a master-detail layout or other sophisticated displays. It's easier than ever, with real-time previews along the way. Spry Data Set also works with XML files to render information from RSS feeds and other sources.
Improved Photoshop integration--Simply drag and drop a Photoshop PSD file into a Dreamweaver CS4 page to create an image Smart Object. Unlike standard web-page graphics, a Smart Object is tightly linked to its source file, so if you make any changes to the source image, Dreamweaver notes that the files are out of sync; just click the Update from Original icon in the Properties panel to immediately update your image without opening Photoshop. If you’ve used an image several times across your site (e.g. a logo) you can apply updates individually or in bulk, maintaining unique sizes. Photoshop images can also be re-scaled directly in Dreamweaver with no image degradation.
Subversion--Dreamweaver CS4 integrates Subversion for a more robust check-in/check-out experience to handle version control on collaborative projects. Checked modified pages into a Subversion repository directly within Dreamweaver and update your site to get the latest page versions.
Adobe AIR authoring support--Create multi-platform desktop applications from your Dreamweaver HTML and JavaScript sites with new Adobe AIR authoring support, without leaving Dreamweaver. Preview your Adobe AIR applications within Dreamweaver CS4 to make sure everything is working as designed.
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17 of 17 people found the following review helpful
Amazon Verified Purchase
If you think that you will receive the software and get straight down to work do not buy this. What it does not mention on the Amazon site (no matter what other reviews say) is that:
First you have to retrieve your serial number. To do this you will have to visit the Adobe website.
You will then have to create an Adobe ID.
You will then have to give your personal details, your address, your phone number (compulsory) and you will have to scan and upload your student ID card and follow the 'simple' instructions (pasted below). And, once you have submitted your life's history to Adobe you will receive this message:
'You can expect a response within 1 to 3 business days'
So they treat you like a student... perhaps the registration process could be improved. It must take Adobe a lot of time to administer and it's slow.
This process may also gain the product negative feedback because you can only run the software if you are a student and there are student versions of other products (such as Microsoft Office) which do not require student ID.
That said, when you eventually get a chance to run it, the software does what it's supposed to do. In fact, for the student price, it is impressively good.
Having learnt to use Dreamweaver on DW Version 4, this was a great step forward. It's well laid out, well designed and simple to make web pages and sites. At the student price, even with the wait for registration, its pretty well impossible to beat. Go for it!
INSTRUCTIONS FOR SERIAL NUMBER RETRIEVAL
You will need the following before you begin:
Your current e-mail address, so that we can contact you when your serial number is available
The coupon code printed in the upper left corner of the Student Edition order fulfillment process instructions (inside your Adobe Student Edition box)
A digital copy of your proof of eligibility (see below for required documents and acceptable formats)
We recommend that you save this page to your desktop -- or print it -- so you can access the instructions if you need help.
Step 1: Enter the Adobe Customer Support Portal.
Step 2: Log in to the portal using your Adobe ID. If you do not have an Adobe ID, please create one. You will need this ID to retrieve your serial number and to submit any future support questions.
Step 3: Fill out the online Student Edition order fulfillment form.
Step 4: Attach a digital copy of your proof of eligibility and submit your customer service case.
You should receive an e-mail from Adobe within three days instructing you how to retrieve your serial number. For security purposes, serial numbers are not provided by e-mail.
Step 5: Log back in to the Customer Support Portal to see the web case reply, which will include your serial number.
Only eligible individuals who are able to provide proof of eligibility will receive a serial number for their Adobe Student Edition product.
Eligible individuals
Only full- or part-time students enrolled at a higher education establishment, defined as an accredited public or private university or college that grants degrees requiring not less than the equivalent of two (2) years of full-time study, or students enrolled at an accredited public or private secondary school providing full-time instruction are eligible.
You may purchase only one license of any Student Edition. This license may be used only on your privately owned computer.
Proof of eligibility
Students must provide a photocopy of a valid, current student ID that includes name, date, and a photo. If you do not have such an ID, you must instead provide a photocopy of a valid photo ID and one of the following as evidence of current student enrollment:
Official, current nonphoto student ID with name and date
Official, current school transcript indicating name of school and student
Official, current school tuition bill indicating name of school and student
Official, current report card indicating name of school and student
Other official dated proof of enrollment
Students who are under 18 and do not have a valid photo ID may provide an official letter from their eligible educational institution stating their name and current enrollment status.
You may use a digital camera or scanner to capture the image of your proof of eligibility.
Ensure that all documents are legible and true to size. Acceptable formats include JPEG, GIF, and PDF.
Restrictions on use of software
You may purchase only one license of any Adobe Student Edition product. This license may be used only on your privately owned computer. Student Edition products may not be used for commercial gain.
Contact Adobe
If you have any questions regarding this process or do not receive your serial number within three days of submission of your proof of eligibility, contact Adobe Customer Service in your region.
That's all there is to it.
First you have to retrieve your serial number. To do this you will have to visit the Adobe website.
You will then have to create an Adobe ID.
You will then have to give your personal details, your address, your phone number (compulsory) and you will have to scan and upload your student ID card and follow the 'simple' instructions (pasted below). And, once you have submitted your life's history to Adobe you will receive this message:
'You can expect a response within 1 to 3 business days'
So they treat you like a student... perhaps the registration process could be improved. It must take Adobe a lot of time to administer and it's slow.
This process may also gain the product negative feedback because you can only run the software if you are a student and there are student versions of other products (such as Microsoft Office) which do not require student ID.
That said, when you eventually get a chance to run it, the software does what it's supposed to do. In fact, for the student price, it is impressively good.
Having learnt to use Dreamweaver on DW Version 4, this was a great step forward. It's well laid out, well designed and simple to make web pages and sites. At the student price, even with the wait for registration, its pretty well impossible to beat. Go for it!
INSTRUCTIONS FOR SERIAL NUMBER RETRIEVAL
You will need the following before you begin:
Your current e-mail address, so that we can contact you when your serial number is available
The coupon code printed in the upper left corner of the Student Edition order fulfillment process instructions (inside your Adobe Student Edition box)
A digital copy of your proof of eligibility (see below for required documents and acceptable formats)
We recommend that you save this page to your desktop -- or print it -- so you can access the instructions if you need help.
Step 1: Enter the Adobe Customer Support Portal.
Step 2: Log in to the portal using your Adobe ID. If you do not have an Adobe ID, please create one. You will need this ID to retrieve your serial number and to submit any future support questions.
Step 3: Fill out the online Student Edition order fulfillment form.
Step 4: Attach a digital copy of your proof of eligibility and submit your customer service case.
You should receive an e-mail from Adobe within three days instructing you how to retrieve your serial number. For security purposes, serial numbers are not provided by e-mail.
Step 5: Log back in to the Customer Support Portal to see the web case reply, which will include your serial number.
Only eligible individuals who are able to provide proof of eligibility will receive a serial number for their Adobe Student Edition product.
Eligible individuals
Only full- or part-time students enrolled at a higher education establishment, defined as an accredited public or private university or college that grants degrees requiring not less than the equivalent of two (2) years of full-time study, or students enrolled at an accredited public or private secondary school providing full-time instruction are eligible.
You may purchase only one license of any Student Edition. This license may be used only on your privately owned computer.
Proof of eligibility
Students must provide a photocopy of a valid, current student ID that includes name, date, and a photo. If you do not have such an ID, you must instead provide a photocopy of a valid photo ID and one of the following as evidence of current student enrollment:
Official, current nonphoto student ID with name and date
Official, current school transcript indicating name of school and student
Official, current school tuition bill indicating name of school and student
Official, current report card indicating name of school and student
Other official dated proof of enrollment
Students who are under 18 and do not have a valid photo ID may provide an official letter from their eligible educational institution stating their name and current enrollment status.
You may use a digital camera or scanner to capture the image of your proof of eligibility.
Ensure that all documents are legible and true to size. Acceptable formats include JPEG, GIF, and PDF.
Restrictions on use of software
You may purchase only one license of any Adobe Student Edition product. This license may be used only on your privately owned computer. Student Edition products may not be used for commercial gain.
Contact Adobe
If you have any questions regarding this process or do not receive your serial number within three days of submission of your proof of eligibility, contact Adobe Customer Service in your region.
That's all there is to it.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Amazingly versatile product, definately worth a buy, with student version you get the full version when you prove that your a student, saves a great amount of money, definately worth it
20 of 23 people found the following review helpful
If you want to make a website professionally, you NEED Dreamweaver. However it is more targeted at people who want to make websites professionally, not novices. If you're a novice, you will definitely need some training to help you get acquainted with the program.
The main aim that Adobe seems to have taken is to just help you out as much as possible in terms of easing the work flow involved in making a website.
I am a freelance web designer with around 7 years experience, having seen Dreamweaver evolve since version MX way back, you can really notice the difference in this new version of CS4.
I'm not someone for gimmicks, features need to be useful. And having used Dreamweaver CS4 for a few months now testing, I can safely say that the new features greatly aid me while I'm working and I definitely use them. My first impressions opening the software were wow, it looks different, and it has a completely redesigned interface which is consistent across the CS4 line.
Live View is a feature that's going to be most relevant to developers, it lets you see dynamic code like PHP how it actually will on the website and edit it while it's running.
I like the related documents tab which shows you related CSS and javascript files that you might have attached to your HTML document as it allows you to switch without even having to open the separate file. The integration with Photoshop is also a good feature.
The main aim that Adobe seems to have taken is to just help you out as much as possible in terms of easing the work flow involved in making a website.
I am a freelance web designer with around 7 years experience, having seen Dreamweaver evolve since version MX way back, you can really notice the difference in this new version of CS4.
I'm not someone for gimmicks, features need to be useful. And having used Dreamweaver CS4 for a few months now testing, I can safely say that the new features greatly aid me while I'm working and I definitely use them. My first impressions opening the software were wow, it looks different, and it has a completely redesigned interface which is consistent across the CS4 line.
Live View is a feature that's going to be most relevant to developers, it lets you see dynamic code like PHP how it actually will on the website and edit it while it's running.
I like the related documents tab which shows you related CSS and javascript files that you might have attached to your HTML document as it allows you to switch without even having to open the separate file. The integration with Photoshop is also a good feature.
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