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MovieClip.stop( ) Method Flash 5

pause a clip or movie
mc.stop()

Description

The MovieClip.stop( ) method is an alternative to the global stop( ) function. Use the MovieClip method form to control remote movie clips or main movies specified by mc. The Flash Player continues to render the Stage's contents and process events even when the playhead is stopped.

For general usage instructions, see the global stop( ) function.

Example

// Halt the playback of spinner_mc
spinner_mc.stop();

See Also

MovieClip.nextFrame( ), MovieClip.play( ), MovieClip.prevFrame( ), stop( )


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