Webmaster Forum / Flash / General Flash Topics / July 2008

hello all,
i created a flash intro for my site (only 162k).  when i launch my site
(jimfioredesign.com) on various browers, on different machines, with different
connectivity (t1, cable, etc), there is a 3-5 second delay before it plays.  
does flash have a built-in progress bar or something to let the user know
something is going to play soon?  or, is there a more efficient way of saving
it (i currently saved it with 80 quality which maintains the sharpness).

btw, i'm a print designer trying to learn flash/web design. thanks in advance!