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	= ~~Timeline~~ =		== Overview ==
	The '''Timeline''' in [[ACT3AI\|ACT 3 AI]] is the central sequencing tool that organizes your [[Scenes]], [[Shots]], [[B-roll\|B-Roll]], and audio into a structured video project.		The '''Timeline''' in [[ACT3AI\|ACT 3 AI]] is the central sequencing tool that organizes your [[Scenes]], [[Shots]], [[B-roll\|B-Roll]], and audio into a structured video project.
	It provides a visual timeline similar to traditional video editing software but enhanced with AI-powered features for faster scene assembly and preview generation.		It provides a visual timeline similar to traditional video editing software but enhanced with AI-powered features for faster scene assembly and preview generation.
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	* [[Import_Script\|Import Script]]		* [[Import_Script\|Import Script]]

	~~[[Category:ACT 3 AI Features]]~~

	[https://act3ai.com/contact 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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How to Use

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	# Drag [[Shots]] or [[Scenes]] from the [[Script_Editor\|script editor]] or [[Asset_Library\|Asset Library]] into the timeline.		# Drag [[Shots]] or [[Scenes]] from the [[Script_Editor\|script editor]] or [[Asset_Library\|Asset Library]] into the timeline.
	# Arrange and trim clips using the handles on each block.		# Arrange and trim clips using the handles on each block.
	# Add [[~~BRoll~~\|B-Roll]] or [[Audio ~~Assets~~]] (music, dialogue, effects) onto their tracks.		# Add [[B-roll\|B-Roll]] or [[Audio Tracks]] (music, dialogue, effects) onto their tracks.
	# Press Play to preview the selected section in real-time.		# Press Play to preview the selected section in real-time.

	== Example Workflow ==		== Example Workflow ==

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Key Features

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	== Key Features ==		== Key Features ==
	* '''Drag-and-Drop Editing:''' Place [[Scenes]], [[Shots]], and [[~~Assets~~\|assets]] directly onto the timeline.		* '''Drag-and-Drop Editing:''' Place [[Scenes]], [[Shots]], and [[Media Library\|assets]] directly onto the timeline.
	* '''Multi-Track Support:''' Arrange video, audio, and overlay elements across multiple synchronized tracks.		* '''Multi-Track Support:''' Arrange video, audio, and overlay elements across multiple synchronized tracks.
	* '''Zoom and Scrub:''' Zoom in for frame-level accuracy or zoom out for a full project overview.		* '''Zoom and Scrub:''' Zoom in for frame-level accuracy or zoom out for a full project overview.
	* '''Block Sequencing:''' Scenes and shots appear as blocks that can be reordered, trimmed, or extended.		* '''Block Sequencing:''' Scenes and shots appear as blocks that can be reordered, trimmed, or extended.
	* '''AI-Assisted Sequencing:''' Generate suggested orders for shots based on your script or [[Story_Arcs\|story arc]].		* '''AI-Assisted Sequencing:''' Generate suggested orders for shots based on your script or [[Story_Arcs\|story arc]].
	* '''Real-Time Preview:''' Play back any portion of the timeline without leaving the [[Editor]].		* '''Real-Time Preview:''' Play back any portion of the timeline without leaving the [[Editor]].

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

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Timeline

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	= Timeline =		= Timeline =
	The '''Timeline''' in [[ACT3AI\|ACT 3 AI]] is the central sequencing tool that organizes your [[Scenes]], [[Shots]], [[B roll\|B-Roll]], and audio into a structured video project.		The '''Timeline''' in [[ACT3AI\|ACT 3 AI]] is the central sequencing tool that organizes your [[Scenes]], [[Shots]], [[B-roll\|B-Roll]], and audio into a structured video project.
	It provides a visual timeline similar to traditional video editing software but enhanced with AI-powered features for faster scene assembly and preview generation.		It provides a visual timeline similar to traditional video editing software but enhanced with AI-powered features for faster scene assembly and preview generation.

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	= Timeline =		= Timeline =
	The '''Timeline''' in [[ACT3AI\|ACT 3 AI]] is the central sequencing tool that organizes your [[Scenes]], [[Shots]], [[~~BRoll~~\|B-Roll]], and audio into a structured video project.		The '''Timeline''' in [[ACT3AI\|ACT 3 AI]] is the central sequencing tool that organizes your [[Scenes]], [[Shots]], [[B roll\|B-Roll]], and audio into a structured video project.
	It provides a visual timeline similar to traditional video editing software but enhanced with AI-powered features for faster scene assembly and preview generation.		It provides a visual timeline similar to traditional video editing software but enhanced with AI-powered features for faster scene assembly and preview generation.

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Tips

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	== Tips ==		== Tips ==
	* Use color-coded blocks to distinguish [[Scenes]], [[~~BRoll~~]], and audio layers.		* Use color-coded blocks to distinguish [[Scenes]], [[B-roll]], and audio layers.
	* Group related shots together for easier navigation.		* Group related shots together for easier navigation.
	* For rapid prototyping, rely on low-res preview renders before committing [[Credits\|credits]] to high-quality exports.		* For rapid prototyping, rely on low-res preview renders before committing [[Credits\|credits]] to high-quality exports.

	== See Also ==		== See Also ==

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= Timeline =
The '''Timeline''' in [[ACT3AI|ACT 3 AI]] is the central sequencing tool that organizes your [[Scenes]], [[Shots]], [[BRoll|B-Roll]], and audio into a structured video project.
It provides a visual timeline similar to traditional video editing software but enhanced with AI-powered features for faster scene assembly and preview generation.

== Key Features ==
* '''Drag-and-Drop Editing:''' Place [[Scenes]], [[Shots]], and [[Assets|assets]] directly onto the timeline.
* '''Multi-Track Support:''' Arrange video, audio, and overlay elements across multiple synchronized tracks.
* '''Zoom and Scrub:''' Zoom in for frame-level accuracy or zoom out for a full project overview.
* '''Block Sequencing:''' Scenes and shots appear as blocks that can be reordered, trimmed, or extended.
* '''AI-Assisted Sequencing:''' Generate suggested orders for shots based on your script or [[Story_Arcs|story arc]].
* '''Real-Time Preview:''' Play back any portion of the timeline without leaving the [[Editor]].

== How to Use ==
# Open the [[Editor|Editor Workspace]] and select the '''Timeline View'''.
# Drag [[Shots]] or [[Scenes]] from the [[Script_Editor|script editor]] or [[Asset_Library|Asset Library]] into the timeline.
# Arrange and trim clips using the handles on each block.
# Add [[BRoll|B-Roll]] or [[Audio Assets]] (music, dialogue, effects) onto their tracks.
# Press **Play** to preview the selected section in real-time.

== Example Workflow ==
* Import a script via [[Import_Script|Import Script]].
* Use the [[AI_Wizard|AI Wizard]] to generate acts and beats.
* Drop generated shots into the Timeline in order.
* Add background music from the [[Asset_Library|Asset Library]].
* Preview the cut before sending it to [[Build_Video|Build Video]].

== Tips ==
* Use color-coded blocks to distinguish [[Scenes]], [[BRoll]], and audio layers.
* Group related shots together for easier navigation.
* For rapid prototyping, rely on low-res preview renders before committing [[Credits|credits]] to high-quality exports.

== See Also ==
* [[Editor]]
* [[Storyboard_Panels|Storyboard Panels]]
* [[Top_Down_View|Top Down View]]
* [[Preview]]
* [[Build_Video|Build Video]]
* [[Import_Script|Import Script]]

[[Category:ACT 3 AI Features]]

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