Inheritance Element object > Instance object > BitmapInstance object
Flash MX 2004.
The BitmapInstance object is a subclass of the Instance object and represents a bitmap in a frame (see Instance object).
In addition to the Instance object methods, you can use the following methods with the BitmapInstance object:
| Method | Description |
|---|---|
| bitmapInstance.getBits() | Lets you create bitmap effects by getting the bits out of the bitmap, manipulating them, and then returning them to Animate. |
| bitmapInstance.setBits() | Sets the bits of an existing bitmap element. |
In addition to the Instance object properties, you can use the following properties with the BitmapInstance object:
| Property | Description |
|---|---|
| bitmapInstance.hPixels | Read-only; an integer that represents the width of the bitmap, in pixels. |
| bitmapInstance.vPixels | Read-only; an integer that represents the height of the bitmap, in pixels. |