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Extractable Develops Interactive Flash User Interfaces for Mentor Graphics

San Francisco, CA, November 12, 2004 - Extractable today announced the launch of two dynamic Flash-based user interfaces for the redesigned Mentor Graphics Corporation web site. The Flash user interfaces were designed to provide developers with deep access to a complex database environment. The interfaces leverage XML to share data with web services APIs.

One application allows developers to search for technical events around the country. The user can access several data filters simultaneously to find the best event for a specific technology. The second application provides Flash-based access to a library of technical publications. Again, data can be filtered in a variety of ways using the interface with detailed results displayed on-the-fly.

"The richness of the Flash medium makes the application very useful, providing access to a great amount of data without any lag time or page linking," explained Terry Hickman, Extractable Project Manager. "It not only provides for a more intuitive, useful experience, but it positively impacts the technical nature of the Mentor Graphics brand."

Both applications appear in a variety of areas on the Mentor Graphics web site:
Technical Event Interface: http://www.mentor.com/events/
Technical Publication Interface: http://www.mentor.com/products/pcb/techpubs/

About Extractable
Founded in 1999, Extractable is a leading web site design and web systems development firm that helps companies leverage their online presence to gain real business advantage. From web strategy and design to system integration, Extractable provides end-to-end technology solutions for top corporations. Recent Extractable clients include AmerisourceBergen, Roche, Visa, and Fair Isaac. More information is available at http://www.extractable.com.

About Mentor Graphics
Mentor Graphics Corporation is a world leader in electronic hardware and software design solutions, providing products, consulting services and award-winning support for the world's most successful electronics and semiconductor companies. Established in 1981, the company reported revenues over the last 12 months of about $675 million and employs approximately 3,800 people worldwide. World Wide Web site: http://www.mentor.com/.