Macromedia Freehand User Resources: Tutorials, Downloads, Tips, Help
Get the most out of Macromedia Freehand with these tutorials, free downloads, xtras, tips, and other resources for Freehand users.
Free FreeHand Organization
"We want FreeHand to have a future. Not only because we love to work with it, but also because we have thousands of files from the past we may need access to on any given occasion... Our wish is a simple one: For those who still use FreeHand today the application must be brought up to date and maintained..."
"We want FreeHand to have a future. Not only because we love to work with it, but also because we have thousands of files from the past we may need access to on any given occasion... Our wish is a simple one: For those who still use FreeHand today the application must be brought up to date and maintained..."
FreeHand Discontinued by Adobe
As of May 2007, the cross-platform, vector-based illustration software FreeHand has been discontinued by Adobe.
As of May 2007, the cross-platform, vector-based illustration software FreeHand has been discontinued by Adobe.
Freehand Templates
About.com's Desktop Publishing Guide Jacci Howard Bear has compiled these sources of templates for Freehand.
About.com's Desktop Publishing Guide Jacci Howard Bear has compiled these sources of templates for Freehand.
Migrating from FreeHand to Illustrator: A technical resource
Learn how to convert FreeHand files so you can use them in an Illustrator workflow, and get up to speed on the differences between the two applications. (PDF: 389KB)
Learn how to convert FreeHand files so you can use them in an Illustrator workflow, and get up to speed on the differences between the two applications. (PDF: 389KB)
Adobe Illustrator CS2: FreeHand to Illustrator migration guide
If you're switching from FreeHand to Illustrator, this extensive guide will help you make the change as quickly and smoothly as possible. Learn the differences between the two applications and become familiar with the main features of Illustrator. (PDF: 11.1MB)
If you're switching from FreeHand to Illustrator, this extensive guide will help you make the change as quickly and smoothly as possible. Learn the differences between the two applications and become familiar with the main features of Illustrator. (PDF: 11.1MB)
Freehand Home Page
Learn about the features in the latest version of Freehand or download a 30-day trial version.
Learn about the features in the latest version of Freehand or download a 30-day trial version.
The Freehand Source
This is one user's ode to Freehand, documenting his experiences, tips, and solutions to problems. Go to the spotlight section for a sneak preview of Freehand 9.
This is one user's ode to Freehand, documenting his experiences, tips, and solutions to problems. Go to the spotlight section for a sneak preview of Freehand 9.
Freehand MX Styles, Series 1
"15 edge effects, some using brush strokes (included), others using basic strokes that have been modified with effects. Each one is fully editable, so, if it's not exactly what you want, at least you have a decent starting point for your final effect." By David Nagel for CreativeMac.
"15 edge effects, some using brush strokes (included), others using basic strokes that have been modified with effects. Each one is fully editable, so, if it's not exactly what you want, at least you have a decent starting point for your final effect." By David Nagel for CreativeMac.
Spray Brushes for Freehand MX
"25 individual brushes for Freehand MX. They all fall into the category of "natural" imagery--that is, florals, leaves, grass and clover. Each one is composed of vector-based images, so they can be scaled and modified to your liking. You can also adjust the dynamics of each brush to add your own unique touch." By David Nagel for CreativeMac.
"25 individual brushes for Freehand MX. They all fall into the category of "natural" imagery--that is, florals, leaves, grass and clover. Each one is composed of vector-based images, so they can be scaled and modified to your liking. You can also adjust the dynamics of each brush to add your own unique touch." By David Nagel for CreativeMac.
Freehand Source Tips Archive
Freehand tips galore... divided into technical tips and graphic tips.
Freehand tips galore... divided into technical tips and graphic tips.
FreeHand Xtras
Macromedia's resource page for links to Freehand compatible add-ons and Xtras.
Macromedia's resource page for links to Freehand compatible add-ons and Xtras.
Professional Tips & Tricks
Several professional tips from a dedicated Freehand user.
Several professional tips from a dedicated Freehand user.
Freehand Support Center
Macromedia's support center offers technotes on installing, troubleshooting, and working with Freehand.
Macromedia's support center offers technotes on installing, troubleshooting, and working with Freehand.
Troubleshooting Freehand
Workarounds and solutions for both application-based and art-based Freehand problems.
Workarounds and solutions for both application-based and art-based Freehand problems.
Avenza MAPublisher
"MAPublisher 3.5 is a suite of Xtras for Macromedia FreeHand that bridges Geographic Information System (GIS) technology with high-end graphics software for high resolution printing and electronic publishing technology."
"MAPublisher 3.5 is a suite of Xtras for Macromedia FreeHand that bridges Geographic Information System (GIS) technology with high-end graphics software for high resolution printing and electronic publishing technology."