Adobe Airfor Windows
App info
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Adobe AIR (Adobe Integrated Runtime) is a cross-platform runtime allowing developers to use HTML/CSS, Ajax, JavaScript, Adobe Flash Professional, Adobe Flex software, and the ActionScript software to deploy web applications implemented in standalone client applications and not covered by browser restrictions. The consistent and flexible application development environment for multiple devices and platforms by Adobe AIR, a core component of the Adobe Flash Platform, helps designers and developers unleash their creativity.
Primary program features
Using AIR, you can transfer your finished HTML or Flex application to your computer or mobile device as a simple runnable application;
Applications have access to the file system and the clipboard. There is also windowing support, Drag & Drop support, GPU access, and more;
Support for extensions in .ANE (Adobe Native Extensions), written in the native language for the target operating system (C, C++, Java, and Objective-C) to gain access to features not provided by Adobe AIR developers;
Flash Builder 4.7 supports ActionScript 3.0 multithreaded programming and the built-in 2.0 compiler with significant improvements.
Program advantages
Adobe AIR for Windows has many advantages, but we will highlight the primary ones:
Rapid transfer of the finished HTML or Flex application to a tablet, computer, or another device as a regular application;
Access to the clipboard and the file system;
Drag-and-drop technology and window creation;
Access to the GPU;
Support for .ane (Adobe Native Extensions) for C/C++, Java, and Objective-C to access options not developed by Adobe AIR;
Flash Builder for ActionScript 3.0 multithreaded programming;
Built-in improved compiler;
The ability to create widgets;
Multilingual interface.
Conclusions
Adobe AIR for Windows is a free software by Adobe to run applications using Adobe Flash, HTML, Adobe Flex, CSS, and Ajax. These technologies transfer web-based programs to portable computers. Adobe AIR supports popular operating systems, including Windows, Linux, Mac OS, and Android. With Adobe Air, you can transfer an HTML application to your PC in a short period and use it. The utility is primarily used by developers who create applications. In most cases, they enjoy the program and mention its high quality.
- Shares code base with Flash Player
- Offers support for windows manager
- Creates HTML web pages with CSS and JavaScript
- Limited advanced capabilities