Dynamic Input SWF's

One of our favorite features in Livebrush is the dynamic input behavior style. All the styles in Livebrush include a default dynamic input. To use it, change the Input style to "Dynamic". But this post isn't about using dynamic inputs - it's about creating your own.

What are Dynamic Input Behaviors?
Dynamic inputs are simple SWF files that are used in place of, or in combination with your mouse input. They allow you to dynamically control the brush tool in Livebrush. And the only thing you need to know in order to create these files is a little Actionscript 3.

Why use Dynamic Input Behaviors?
Maybe you're more interested in generative art. Or maybe you're looking for more than the built-in 'Live Controls'. In any case, we feel this feature is the most open-ended.

Getting Started
Download these basic dynamic input source files (you'll need Flash 9 or greater). Each zip file contains a FLA, SWF, and AS file. When you open the FLA and AS files in Flash you'll notice that each file has comments and instructions to help you get started.
BasicBrushControl
SmoothRandControl

Limitations
- For security reasons, dynamic input SWF's can't access online content (for now)
- SWF's must be exported for Flash 9 using Actionscript 3 (Flash 10 not supported yet).

Post a comment if you need more help. Or visit the forum to share your creations.