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The Editor Page in Act3AI is where users can preview, refine, and export their AI-generated videos, transforming text prompts into professional-grade movies, YouTube videos, TikTok clips, or more. This page provides a comprehensive set of tools for fine-tuning visuals, audio, and structure, ensuring your project matches your creative vision. Below is an overview of the key sections and elements available on the Editor Page, starting with the Navigation section.
== Overview ==
The '''Editor''' in [[ACT3AI|ACT 3 AI]] is the central creative workspace where users assemble their stories, scripts, and visual designs. 
It integrates text-based scripting with visual pre-production, allowing you to combine narrative beats, characters, sets, camera angles, and AI-powered cinematography in one interactive environment.


==Navigation==
== Key Features ==
The Navigation section is located at the top of the Editor Page, providing quick access to essential tools and features for managing your video project. The top navigation bar includes the following elements: '''File''', '''Edit''', '''Outline''', '''Insert''', '''View''', '''Shot''', '''Script''', '''Production''', '''Visuals''', '''Scenes''', and '''Documentation'''. On the left side of the top navigation bar, you’ll find additional options: '''Credits''' (for managing project credits) and '''Roll Over Back''' (to navigate back to the previous page or view). Below is a detailed breakdown of the '''File''' element.
* '''Top-Down View:''' Navigate through scenes, beats, and shots in a structured hierarchy. 
* '''Timeline & Storyboard:''' Organize your project visually, adjusting pacing and continuity. 
* '''Drag-and-Drop Editing:''' Rearrange shots, dialogue, or camera instructions easily. 
* '''Multi-Panel Layout:''' Work with script text, storyboard frames, and asset lists side by side. 
* '''AI Assistance:''' Suggests dialogue, cinematography, and scene compositions based on your prompts. 
* '''Integration with Digital Assets:''' Seamlessly import [[Digital_Actors|Digital Actors]], [[Characters|Characters]], [[2D_&_3D_Sets|2D & 3D Sets]], and [[Audio_Tracks|Audio Tracks]].


===File===
== How It Works ==
The '''File''' menu, accessible via the shortcut '''Ctrl+F''', contains tools for importing and exporting project assets, allowing seamless integration and finalization of your video. The File menu includes the following sub-elements:
# Launch the [[Editor|Editor]] from the project dashboard. 
# Import or write your script via [[Script_Editor|Script Editor]] or [[Import_Script|Import Script]]. 
# Add actors, sets, and visual elements to scenes. 
# Use the [[Timeline_&_Storyboard|Timeline & Storyboard]] to map out flow. 
# Adjust [[Camera_Angles|camera angles]], [[Lighting|lighting]], and [[Cinematography|cinematography]] settings. 
# Preview low-latency renders via [[Wan|WAN AI Integration]].
# Send final edits to [[Build_Video|Build Video]] for production-ready rendering.


* '''Import''' (Shortcut: '''M''')
== Editor Views ==
  * Navigates to the '''Import Script Page''', where users can upload scripts to incorporate into their project. This is useful for adding custom scripts or external content to enhance your video.
* '''Script View:''' Focuses on dialogue, beats, and scene breakdown. 
* '''Storyboard View:''' Shows AI-generated or user-imported storyboards. 
* '''Timeline View:''' Lets you adjust pacing, shot lengths, and continuity.
* '''Hybrid View:''' Combines script and visuals for collaborative editing.


* '''Export Human Script''' (Shortcut: '''H''')
== Collaboration Tools ==
  * Exports the script generated or edited in Act3AI in a human-readable format. Available export options include:
* '''Multi-User Editing:''' Collaborators can join the same project.
    * '''Plain Text with Layout''' (.txt): Exports the script with formatting preserved, suitable for sharing or printing with layout details.
* '''Comments & Annotations:''' Inline notes on shots or dialogue.
    * '''Plain Text without Layout''' (.txt): Exports the script as plain text without formatting, ideal for simple text-based applications.
* '''Version History:''' Track revisions and roll back if needed.
    * '''Final Draft Format''' (.fdx): Exports the script in Final Draft’s industry-standard .fdx format, compatible with professional screenwriting software.


* '''Export Human Script''' (Shortcut: '''K''')
== Best Practices ==
  * Exports another version of the human-readable script, similar to the above but accessible via a different shortcut for workflow flexibility. Available export options are:
* Break your story into beats before adding visuals.
    * '''Plain Text with Layout''' (.txt): Includes formatting for readability.
* Use [[AI_Wizard|AI Wizard]] for initial generation, then refine in the Editor.
    * '''Plain Text without Layout''' (.txt): Strips formatting for basic text use.
* Always preview timing in the [[Timeline_&_Storyboard|Timeline]].
    * '''Final Draft Format''' (.fdx): Exports in .fdx format for professional use.
* Keep an eye on [[Credit_System|credit usage]] when generating renders.


* '''Import Human Script''' (Shortcut: '''I''')
== Example Workflow ==
  * Allows users to import an existing human-readable script into Act3AI for further editing or video generation. This supports scripts created outside Act3AI, enhancing project flexibility.
{| class="wikitable"
! Step
! Action
! Editor Tool
|-
| 1
| Write or import script
| [[Script_Editor|Script Editor]], [[Import_Script|Import Script]]
|-
| 2
| Assign actors and sets
| [[Digital_Actors|Digital Actors]], [[Characters|Characters]], [[2D_&_3D_Sets|2D & 3D Sets]]
|-
| 3
| Visualize story
| [[Timeline_&_Storyboard|Timeline & Storyboard]]
|-
| 4
| Fine-tune shots
| [[Camera_Angles|Camera Angles]], [[Lighting|Lighting]], [[Cinematography|Cinematography]]
|-
| 5
| Generate preview
| [[Wan|WAN AI Integration]]
|-
| 6
| Export final video
| [[Build_Video|Build Video]]
|}


* '''Import Video''' (Shortcut: '''9''')
== See Also ==
  * Enables users to import an existing video file into the Editor Page for additional editing or integration with the AI-generated project. This is useful for combining external footage with Act3AI’s generated content.
* [[New_Project|New Project]] 
* [[Script_Editor|Script Editor]] 
* [[Timeline_&_Storyboard|Timeline & Storyboard]] 
* [[AI_Wizard|AI Wizard]] 
* [[Build_Video|Build Video]] 
* [[Credit_System|Credit System]] 


===Edit===
The '''Edit''' menu, accessible via the shortcut '''Ctrl+E''', provides tools for modifying and managing aspects of your video project. The Edit menu includes the following sub-element:


* '''Plans and Credits''' (Shortcut: '''3''')
[https://act3ai.com/contact Contact Us] for support on using the Editor.
  * Navigates to the '''Plan Page''', where users can manage project plans (e.g., subscription tiers, project settings) and credits (e.g., assigning roles or acknowledgments for the video). This is useful for adjusting project scope or adding professional credits to your video.
 
===Outline===
The '''Outline''' menu, accessible via the shortcut '''Ctrl+O''', allows users to manage the structural overview of their video project. The Outline menu includes the following sub-element:
 
* '''Show Shot''' (No shortcut specified)
  * Displays shots in both the timeline and the outline view, enabling users to visualize and navigate the sequence of shots within their project. This is useful for reviewing the flow of scenes and shots in the context of the overall narrative.
 
===Insert===
The '''Insert''' menu, accessible via the shortcut '''Ctrl+I''', provides tools for adding new elements to the project’s structure. The Insert menu includes the following sub-element:
 
* '''Outline''' (Shortcut: '''O''')
  * Opens a submenu with options to add structural components to the project, accessible on the '''Outline Page'''. The Outline submenu includes the following sub-elements:
    * '''Add Act''' (Shortcut: '''A''')
      * Adds a new act to the project’s structure on the Outline Page, allowing users to define major narrative segments (e.g., Act 1, Act 2, Act 3 for movies).
    * '''Add Beat''' (Shortcut: '''B''')
      * Adds a new beat (e.g., a key plot point or moment) to the project on the Outline Page, enabling users to refine the narrative flow within acts.
    * '''Add Scene''' (Shortcut: '''S''')
      * Adds a new scene to the project on the Outline Page, allowing users to create specific scenes within the narrative structure.
    * '''Add Shot''' (Shortcut: '''H''')
      * Adds a new shot to the project on the Outline Page, enabling users to define individual camera shots within scenes (e.g., close-up, wide shot).
    * '''Add Set''' (No shortcut specified)
      * Navigates to the '''Add Set Page''', where users can add a 2D or 3D background to the project, enhancing the visual environment of scenes.
 
==Tips for Using the Navigation Section==
* '''Use Shortcuts''': Memorize shortcuts like '''Ctrl+F''' for File, '''Ctrl+E''' for Edit, '''Ctrl+O''' for Outline, and '''Ctrl+I''' for Insert, along with sub-element shortcuts (e.g., '''3''', '''O''', '''A''', '''B''', '''S''', '''H''') to streamline your workflow.
* '''Choose the Right Export Format''': Select '''Plain Text with Layout''' for readable scripts, '''Plain Text without Layout''' for simple text applications, or '''Final Draft Format (.fdx)''' for professional screenwriting workflows.
* '''Leverage Outline Tools''': Use the '''Show Shot''' option in the Outline menu to visualize your project’s structure, and the '''Insert''' menu’s Outline sub-elements to build acts, beats, scenes, shots, or sets.
* '''Explore Other Navigation Elements''': Check out '''Visuals''', '''Scenes''', or '''Production''' in the top navigation bar for additional editing tools. Visit the '''[[:Tutorials|Tutorials]]''' page for guides on these features.
* '''Manage Credits Efficiently''': Use the '''Credits''' option or the '''Plans and Credits''' sub-element in the Edit menu to add or edit project credits for sharing with the '''[[:Community|Community]]'''.
 
==Need Help?==
* '''[[:FAQ|FAQ]]''': Answers to common questions about the Editor Page and its tools.
* '''[[:Help|Help]]''': Learn how to contribute to this wiki or use Act3AI’s features.
* '''[[:Contact|Contact]]''': Reach out to Act3AI support or wiki admins for assistance.
 
==Next Steps==
Explore the Editor Page to refine your video project! Check the '''[[:Features|Features]]''' page for more details on Act3AI’s tools or practice wiki editing in the '''[[:Sandbox|Sandbox]]'''. Welcome to Act3AI—bring your stories to life!
 
[[Contact_us|Contact Us]] if you have any problems using our product, or if you have questions.

Latest revision as of 16:13, 27 August 2025

Overview

The Editor in ACT 3 AI is the central creative workspace where users assemble their stories, scripts, and visual designs. It integrates text-based scripting with visual pre-production, allowing you to combine narrative beats, characters, sets, camera angles, and AI-powered cinematography in one interactive environment.

Key Features

  • Top-Down View: Navigate through scenes, beats, and shots in a structured hierarchy.
  • Timeline & Storyboard: Organize your project visually, adjusting pacing and continuity.
  • Drag-and-Drop Editing: Rearrange shots, dialogue, or camera instructions easily.
  • Multi-Panel Layout: Work with script text, storyboard frames, and asset lists side by side.
  • AI Assistance: Suggests dialogue, cinematography, and scene compositions based on your prompts.
  • Integration with Digital Assets: Seamlessly import Digital Actors, Characters, 2D & 3D Sets, and Audio Tracks.

How It Works

  1. Launch the Editor from the project dashboard.
  2. Import or write your script via Script Editor or Import Script.
  3. Add actors, sets, and visual elements to scenes.
  4. Use the Timeline & Storyboard to map out flow.
  5. Adjust camera angles, lighting, and cinematography settings.
  6. Preview low-latency renders via WAN AI Integration.
  7. Send final edits to Build Video for production-ready rendering.

Editor Views

  • Script View: Focuses on dialogue, beats, and scene breakdown.
  • Storyboard View: Shows AI-generated or user-imported storyboards.
  • Timeline View: Lets you adjust pacing, shot lengths, and continuity.
  • Hybrid View: Combines script and visuals for collaborative editing.

Collaboration Tools

  • Multi-User Editing: Collaborators can join the same project.
  • Comments & Annotations: Inline notes on shots or dialogue.
  • Version History: Track revisions and roll back if needed.

Best Practices

  • Break your story into beats before adding visuals.
  • Use AI Wizard for initial generation, then refine in the Editor.
  • Always preview timing in the Timeline.
  • Keep an eye on credit usage when generating renders.

Example Workflow

Step Action Editor Tool
1 Write or import script Script Editor, Import Script
2 Assign actors and sets Digital Actors, Characters, 2D & 3D Sets
3 Visualize story Timeline & Storyboard
4 Fine-tune shots Camera Angles, Lighting, Cinematography
5 Generate preview WAN AI Integration
6 Export final video Build Video

See Also


Contact Us for support on using the Editor.

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