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	~~= Import Script =~~

	== Overview ==		== Overview ==
	The '''[[Import_Script\|Import Script]]''' feature lets you bring existing screenplays and outlines into [[ACT3AI\|ACT 3 AI]] so you can immediately continue in the [[Editor\|Editor]] with structured [[Acts\|acts]], [[Scenes\|scenes]], and [[Shots\|shots]].		The '''[[Import_Script\|Import Script]]''' feature lets you bring existing screenplays and outlines into [[ACT3AI\|ACT 3 AI]] so you can immediately continue in the [[Editor\|Editor]] with structured [[Acts\|acts]], [[Scenes\|scenes]], and [[Shots\|shots]].

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	== How to Use ==		== How to Use ==
	# Open '''[[Import_Script\|Import Script]]''' from the project creation flow or the [[Editor]].		# Open '''[[Import_Script\|Import Script]]''' from the project creation flow or the [[Editor]].
	# Choose your file type: [[Final_Draft\|FDX]] or ~~[[Plain_Text\|~~TXT]].		# Choose your file type: [[Final_Draft\|FDX]] or TXT.
	# Select parsing options:		# Select parsing options:
	## Map # headings to [[Story_Beats\|beats]] (Markdown/Fountain).		## Map # headings to [[Story_Beats\|beats]] (Markdown/Fountain).

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	* Cast roles in [[Characters\|Characters]] and assign [[Digital_Actors\|Digital Actors]].		* Cast roles in [[Characters\|Characters]] and assign [[Digital_Actors\|Digital Actors]].
	* Block shots in [[Top_Down_View\|Top‑Down View]] and add camera notes.		* Block shots in [[Top_Down_View\|Top‑Down View]] and add camera notes.
	* Generate previews via [[Google_Veo_3\|Google Veo 3]], [[Runway\|Runway Integration]], or [[~~WAN_AI~~\|WAN AI]].		* Generate previews via [[Google_Veo_3\|Google Veo 3]], [[Runway\|Runway Integration]], or [[Wan\|WAN AI]].
	* Finish and [[Build_Video\|Build Video]]; then use [[Export_Script\|Export Script]] / media export as needed.		* Finish and [[Build_Video\|Build Video]]; then use [[Export_Script\|Export Script]] / media export as needed.

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	* '''Dialogue misattributed''' → Ensure character names are uppercase and on their own lines.		* '''Dialogue misattributed''' → Ensure character names are uppercase and on their own lines.
	* '''Excessive paragraphs in one scene''' → Add blank lines between action blocks for clearer segmentation.		* '''Excessive paragraphs in one scene''' → Add blank lines between action blocks for clearer segmentation.
	* '''Non‑English scripts''' → Enable language detection to prep ~~[[Subtitles\|~~subtitles]] and ~~[[Dubbing\|~~dubbing]] tracks.		* '''Non‑English scripts''' → Enable language detection to prep subtitles and dubbing tracks.

	== Credits & Storage ==		== Credits & Storage ==

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	== How to Use ==		== How to Use ==
	# Open '''[[Import_Script\|Import Script]]''' from the project creation flow or the [[Editor]].		# Open '''[[Import_Script\|Import Script]]''' from the project creation flow or the [[Editor]].
	# Choose your file type: [[Final_Draft\|FDX]]~~, [[Fountain]], [[Markdown_Support\|Markdown]],~~ or [[Plain_Text\|TXT]].		# Choose your file type: [[Final_Draft\|FDX]] or [[Plain_Text\|TXT]].
	# Select parsing options:		# Select parsing options:
	## Map # headings to [[Story_Beats\|beats]] (Markdown/Fountain).		## Map # headings to [[Story_Beats\|beats]] (Markdown/Fountain).
	## Preserve original scene numbers.		## Preserve original scene numbers.
	~~## Detect languages for [[Subtitles\|subtitles]] and [[Dubbing\|dubs]].~~
	# Click '''Import''' to preview the parsed structure.		# Click '''Import''' to preview the parsed structure.
	# Confirm to create '''Acts, Scenes, Shots''' and open in the [[Script_Editor\|Script Editor]].		# Confirm to create '''Acts, Scenes, Shots''' and open in the [[Script_Editor\|Script Editor]].

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	* '''Action & Dialogue''' flow into the [[Script_Editor\|Script Editor]] with speaker attribution.		* '''Action & Dialogue''' flow into the [[Script_Editor\|Script Editor]] with speaker attribution.
	* '''Beat Markers''' (from Fountain/Markdown) populate [[Story_Beats\|Story Beats]].		* '''Beat Markers''' (from Fountain/Markdown) populate [[Story_Beats\|Story Beats]].
	* Optional page/line notes become ~~[[Annotations\|~~annotations]] in the [[Editor]].		* Optional page/line notes become annotations in the [[Editor]].

	== How to Use ==		== How to Use ==

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	* From [[Getting_Started\|Getting Started]] → '''[[New_Project\|New Project]]''' setup, choose Import Script.		* From [[Getting_Started\|Getting Started]] → '''[[New_Project\|New Project]]''' setup, choose Import Script.
	* Inside the [[Editor\|Editor]]: File → Import → Script (adds to the current project).		* Inside the [[Editor\|Editor]]: File → Import → Script (adds to the current project).

	~~== Supported Formats ==~~
	* '''[[Final_Draft\|Final Draft (FDX)]]''' – preserves scene numbers, title page, and notes where available.
	* '''[[Fountain\|Fountain]]''' – plain‑text screenplay syntax.
	* '''[[Markdown_Support\|Markdown]]''' – headings and lists mapped to scenes and beats.
	* '''[[Plain_Text\|Plain Text]]''' – best‑effort parsing with format hints.
	* (Optional) '''[[PDF_Import\|PDF]]''' – when enabled, uses OCR + heuristics (review carefully after import).

	== How Imports Are Structured ==		== How Imports Are Structured ==

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			= Script Import =

	== Overview ==		== Overview ==
	The ~~'''Import Script'''~~ feature ~~lets you upload~~ and ~~parse existing~~ screenplay ~~documents so you can start editing~~ and ~~planning~~ in ~~ACT 3 AI without retyping~~. It automatically ~~converts industry‑standard~~ formats ~~into~~ the ~~Editor’s structured script view~~.		The Script Import feature in ACT 3 AI allows creators to bring existing scripts into the platform for editing, pre-visualization, and AI-assisted production.
			It supports industry-standard screenplay formats and automatically adapts imported content to the ACT 3 AI scene structure.

			== Key Benefits ==
			1. Work with scripts written in external screenwriting tools.
			2. Preserve scene formatting, dialogue, and stage directions.
			3. Reduce setup time by automatically generating scenes from imported content.
			4. Support for popular formats such as Final Draft, Fountain, and PDF.
			5. Enable AI to immediately begin generating visuals and storyboards from your script.

			== Workflow for Script Import ==
			1. Open the Script Import Tool
			Navigate to the [[Import_Script\|Script Import]] option in the project dashboard.

	~~== Supported Formats ==~~		2. Select Your File
	* Final Draft (.fdx)		Upload from your computer or import directly from integrated services (e.g., Google Drive, Dropbox).
	* ~~Plain Text (.txt)~~ ~~with Fountain or Markdown screenplay syntax~~
	* PDF (.~~pdf) (text‑based only; images/hand‑written pages not supported~~)

	~~== How It Works ==~~		3. Choose File Format
	~~# Click the~~ ~~Import Script~~ ~~button in the main navigation or on the Editor’s start screen.~~		Supported formats include:
	~~# Select your file or drag‑and‑drop into the upload area~~.		* FDX – Final Draft.
	~~# ACT 3 AI parses scene headings, character names, dialogue, and action lines~~.		* Fountain – Plain text screenplay format.
	~~# Review the auto‑mapped elements in a preview dialog; make corrections if needed~~.		* PDF – Screenplay exports from other tools.
	~~# Confirm to load the structured script into the Editor, ready for writing, shot planning, and AI enhancements~~.		* TXT/DOCX – Basic text files.

	~~== Preview & Validation ==~~		4. Map Script Structure
	* ~~Element Mapping~~ ~~– See a side‑by‑side list of parsed elements (Scenes, Characters, Dialogue).~~		Review and confirm:
	* Error Highlighting – Lines that failed to parse (e.g.~~, unusual formatting~~) ~~appear in red; click to edit raw text~~.		* Scene headings (INT./EXT.).
	* Character Extraction – Unique character names ~~auto‑populate the Cast and Characters pages for quick assignment~~.		* Action descriptions.
			* Dialogue and character names.

	~~== Integration with Workflow ==~~		5. Auto-Generate Scenes
	* ~~Immediate Linking~~ – Imported scripts link to storyboards, shot prompts, and timeline slots as soon as they load.		ACT 3 AI will create individual scene entries in your [[Editor\|Editor]] for further editing.
	* Auto‑Tagging – Script elements are tagged with metadata (scene ~~number, shot count) to drive scheduling and budget estimates.~~
	* Version Control – Each import creates a new script version in ~~the project’s history~~ for ~~easy rollback and comparison~~.

	~~== Tips & Troubleshooting ==~~		6. Apply AI Enhancements (Optional)
	* ~~For best results, use a text‑based PDF or native FDX/CELTX/FPI file.~~		Use [[AI_Wizard\|AI Wizard]] to:
	* ~~Avoid PDFs that contain scanned images—text extraction will not work~~.		* Expand descriptions.
	* ~~If character names merge with action lines, edit them in the preview dialog before import~~.		* Add visual details.
	* ~~Re-run Import Script any time you update the source file; new versions appear as separate script drafts in your project~~.		* Suggest alternative dialogue.

	~~== See Also ==~~		7. Save & Organize
	* ~~[[Editor]]~~		Store the imported script in the Script section of your [[Project_Structure\|Project Structure]].
	* ~~[[Characters]]~~
	* [[~~Cast~~]]

	~~[[Category:ACT 3 AI Features]]~~		== Supported Integrations ==
			1. Final Draft – Direct import of .fdx files.
			2. Google Docs – Import via copy/paste or export.
			3. Dropbox / Google Drive – File-based imports.
			4. Screenwriting Software Exports – Celtx, WriterDuet, StudioBinder.

			== Best Practices ==
			1. Use properly formatted screenplays for best auto-parsing results.
			2. Double-check imported scene breaks and character names.
			3. Apply consistent scene naming for smooth AI generation.
			4. Keep an untouched copy of your original script for reference.

	[~~https://act3ai.com/contact Contact Us~~] ~~if you have any problems using our product, or if you have questions.~~		== Related Pages ==
			* [[Import_Script\|Import Script]]
			* [[AI_Wizard\|AI Wizard]]
			* [[Editor\|Editor]]
			* [[Project_Structure\|Project Structure]]
			* [[Version_Control\|Version Control]]
			* [[Creating_Movies\|Creating Movies]]

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	[~~[Contact_us\|~~Contact Us]] if you have any problems using our product, or if you have questions.		[https://act3ai.com/contact Contact Us] if you have any problems using our product, or if you have questions.

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	* Cast roles in [[Characters\|Characters]] and assign [[Digital_Actors\|Digital Actors]].		* Cast roles in [[Characters\|Characters]] and assign [[Digital_Actors\|Digital Actors]].
	* Block shots in [[Top_Down_View\|Top‑Down View]] and add camera notes.		* Block shots in [[Top_Down_View\|Top‑Down View]] and add camera notes.
	* Generate previews via [[Google_Veo_3\|Google Veo 3]], [[Runway\|Runway Integration]], or [[~~WAN_AI~~\|WAN AI]].		* Generate previews via [[Google_Veo_3\|Google Veo 3]], [[Runway\|Runway Integration]], or [[Wan\|WAN AI]].
	* Finish and [[Build_Video\|Build Video]]; then use [[Export_Script\|Export Script]] / media export as needed.		* Finish and [[Build_Video\|Build Video]]; then use [[Export_Script\|Export Script]] / media export as needed.

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	* From [[Getting_Started\|Getting Started]] → '''[[New_Project\|New Project]]''' setup, choose Import Script.		* From [[Getting_Started\|Getting Started]] → '''[[New_Project\|New Project]]''' setup, choose Import Script.
	* Inside the [[Editor\|Editor]]: File → Import → Script (adds to the current project).		* Inside the [[Editor\|Editor]]: File → Import → Script (adds to the current project).

	~~== Supported Formats ==~~
	* '''[[Final_Draft\|Final Draft (FDX)]]''' – preserves scene numbers, title page, and notes where available.
	* '''[[Fountain\|Fountain]]''' – plain‑text screenplay syntax.
	* '''[[Markdown_Support\|Markdown]]''' – headings and lists mapped to scenes and beats.
	* '''[[Plain_Text\|Plain Text]]''' – best‑effort parsing with format hints.
	* (Optional) '''[[PDF_Import\|PDF]]''' – when enabled, uses OCR + heuristics (review carefully after import).

	== How Imports Are Structured ==		== How Imports Are Structured ==