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== Overview ==
== Overview ==
The '''Editor''' component of the ACT 3 AI platform is the central workspace where creators transform scripts and storyboards into polished, AI‑assisted video sequences. It unifies script editing, shot planning, visual previews, and AI‑driven regeneration within a single, customizable interface—enabling writers, directors, and editors to maintain full creative control while leveraging automated workflows .
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.


== Layout and Navigation ==
== Key Features ==
* '''Three‑Column “Everything Editor”''': Swap any main column between views (Script, Timeline, Panels, Outline, Video Preview, Top‑Down Editor) via dropdowns or keyboard shortcuts (Ctrl/Cmd E P).   
* '''Top-Down View:''' Navigate through scenes, beats, and shots in a structured hierarchy. 
* '''Persona‑Aware Layouts & Views''': Launch role‑optimized presets (Writer, Director, Actor) or manually configure columns using “View as…” filters.   
* '''Timeline & Storyboard:''' Organize your project visually, adjusting pacing and continuity. 
* '''Persistent Navigation Rail''': A collapsible left rail provides one‑click access to Storyboard, Sets, Characters, and other high‑level sections without leaving the editor.   
* '''Drag-and-Drop Editing:''' Rearrange shots, dialogue, or camera instructions easily.   
* '''Breadcrumb Trail Navigation''': Dynamic breadcrumbs (Show › Season › Episode › Scene) offer context and instant back‑tracking :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}.
* '''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]].


== Script and Shot Editing ==
== How It Works ==
* '''Final Draft‑Grade Script Editor''': Full support for industry screenplay formatting, scene headings, character cues, and metadata linkage.   
# Launch the [[Editor|Editor]] from the project dashboard. 
* '''Structural Script Highlighting''': Subtle background colors delineate scenes (purple) and shots (yellow) for improved readability.   
# Import or write your script via [[Script_Editor|Script Editor]] or [[Import_Script|Import Script]]. 
* '''Multi‑Column Script View''': Open two script instances side‑by‑side (e.g., human vs. AI draft) for direct comparison.   
# Add actors, sets, and visual elements to scenes.   
* '''Shot-Level Prompt Assembly''': Combine action, cinematography, and visual tags into detailed prompts for precise AI video generation :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}.
# 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.


== Timeline and Preview ==
== Editor Views ==
* '''Zoomable Interactive Timeline''': From full‑film overview down to single‑frame detail, with auto‑scaling time markers.   
* '''Script View:''' Focuses on dialogue, beats, and scene breakdown.   
* '''Smooth Scrubbing and Previewing''': Smart cache renders nearest frames during scrubbing to avoid blank screens. 
* '''Storyboard View:''' Shows AI-generated or user-imported storyboards.   
* '''Selection‑Based Playback''': Play only the selected block of scenes or shots, auto‑pausing at its end for focused review.   
* '''Timeline View:''' Lets you adjust pacing, shot lengths, and continuity.   
* '''Hierarchical & Expandable Timeline Rows''': Organize beats, camera angles, motion, and audio in expandable/collapsible rows.   
* '''Hybrid View:''' Combines script and visuals for collaborative editing.
* '''Keyframe Management''': Add, edit, or delete keyframes directly on the timeline; supports undo‑friendly camera and actor path editing :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}.


== Top‑Down and 3D Integration ==
== Collaboration Tools ==
* '''Figma‑Style Top‑Down Canvas''': Arrange characters, cameras, and draw movement paths with pan, zoom, and rotate gestures.   
* '''Multi-User Editing:''' Collaborators can join the same project.   
* '''Independent Head & Body Rotation''': Separate controls for body orientation and head gaze in the Top‑Down view. 
* '''Comments & Annotations:''' Inline notes on shots or dialogue.   
* '''Integrated Blender Sync''': Round‑trip shots or sets to local Blender and sync back without leaving the editor.   
* '''Version History:''' Track revisions and roll back if needed.   
* '''Shot Visual Rendering Mode Selector''': Choose technical pipelines per shot (e.g., 3D characters on 2D backgrounds).   


== AI‑Driven Workflows ==
== Best Practices ==
* '''One‑Click AI Regeneration''': Regenerate dialogue, visuals, or prompts for the current shot with a single “AI – Run” button.   
* Break your story into beats before adding visuals.   
* '''Built‑in Credit Estimator''': Transparent cost display before AI tasks or renders, showing exact credit consumption.   
* Use [[AI_Wizard|AI Wizard]] for initial generation, then refine in the Editor.   
* '''In‑Editor Rendering & Quality Control''': Initiate Draft, Medium, High, or 4K renders directly from the editor interface :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}.   
* Always preview timing in the [[Timeline_&_Storyboard|Timeline]].   
* '''Copy Prompt & Copy Video Utilities''': Export the exact LLM prompt or resulting clip for debugging or external use.   
* Keep an eye on [[Credit_System|credit usage]] when generating renders.   


== Collaboration and Safety ==
== Example Workflow ==
* '''Version‑Controlled Collaboration''': Real‑time, role‑based editing with full change history and branch‑and‑merge support. 
{| class="wikitable"
* '''Granular Lock‑Down Controls''': Freeze approved pages, scenes, or shots to read‑only to prevent accidental edits. 
! Step
* '''Inappropriate Content Scanner''': Auto‑scan prompts and assets to block or redact policy‑violating content. 
! Action
* '''Live Collaboration Cursors''': Colored cursors show multiple teammates editing paths or settings simultaneously. 
! 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]]
|}


== Keyboard and Gesture Support ==
== See Also ==
* '''Comprehensive Keyboard Navigation''': Shortcuts for scene/shot jumps (Shift ←/→, Alt ←/→) and frame stepping (Keypad 1/3).  
* [[New_Project|New Project]]  
* '''Assist‑Key Menu Safety''': Prevent accidental menu activation by requiring Ctrl or Alt for shortcuts.  
* [[Script_Editor|Script Editor]]  
* '''Trackpad Gesture Handling''': Native pan/zoom support while blocking two‑finger swipe to avoid navigation mishaps.
* [[Timeline_&_Storyboard|Timeline & Storyboard]] 
* [[AI_Wizard|AI Wizard]] 
* [[Build_Video|Build Video]] 
* [[Credit_System|Credit System]] 


== See also ==
 
* [[Story Arc & Wizard]] 
[https://act3ai.com/contact Contact Us] for support on using the Editor.
* [[Video Render Queue]] 
* [[Character Editor]] 
[[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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