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= Export Script =
== Overview ==
== Overview ==
The '''[[Export_Script|Export Script]]''' feature in [[ACT3AI|ACT 3 AI]] lets you save and share your project’s screenplay in professional or portable formats.   
The '''Export Script''' feature in [[ACT3AI|ACT 3 AI]] allows you to take your written or AI-assisted scripts and export them into industry-standard formats.   
It preserves the full structure — including [[Acts|acts]], [[Scenes|scenes]], [[Shots|shots]], [[Story_Beats|beats]], and [[Annotations|annotations]] — so you can collaborate with external teams, import into editing suites, or archive your work.
This makes it easy to continue work in professional screenwriting tools, share drafts with collaborators, or archive project scripts outside the platform.


== Where to Find It ==
== Supported Formats ==
* From the [[Editor|Editor]]: **File → Export → Script**.   
* '''Final Draft (.fdx):''' Industry standard for professional screenwriters. 
* From the [[Build_Video|Build Video]] or [[Render_Queue|Render Queue]] screen, click **Export Script** under Deliverables.
* '''PDF (.pdf):''' Shareable read-only version for pitches, reviews, or archival. 
* '''Text (.txt):''' Lightweight text export for quick notes or external editing.   
* '''Markdown (.md):''' Flexible format for technical pipelines or developer integration.


== Export Options ==
== How to Export ==
When exporting, you can choose to include:
# Open your project in the [[Editor|Editor]].   
* '''Scene Numbers''' – retain or re-number scenes for production drafts. 
# Navigate to **File → Export Script**. 
* '''Acts & Beats''' – include [[Acts|act]] headings and [[Story_Beats|beat]] markers.   
# Select your preferred export format (FDX, PDF, TXT, MD).   
* '''Annotations & Comments''' – export internal [[Annotations|annotations]] from [[Collaboration|collaborators]].   
# Choose whether to export the full script, selected scenes, or [[Story Structure|Acts → Scenes → Shots]] only.   
* '''Character Lists''' – attach a full [[Characters|character]] breakdown with [[Digital_Actors|digital actor]] mapping.   
# Click **Export**, and your file will be generated.
* '''Shot Details''' – include [[Shots|shot]] prompts, camera notes, and [[Top_Down_View|blocking]] diagrams.


== How to Use ==
== Integration ==
# Open your project in the [[Editor|Editor]].   
* Exports can be re-imported into [[Final_Draft|Final Draft]] or other editing software.   
# Go to **File → Export → Script** or select from the [[Build_Video|Build Video]] summary.   
* Supports linking with [[Import_Script|Import Script]] to round-trip content between ACT 3 and third-party tools.   
# Pick your desired format: [[Final_Draft|FDX]], [[Fountain]], [[Markdown_Support|Markdown]], [[PDF_Export|PDF]], or [[Plain_Text|TXT]]. 
* Works seamlessly with [[Characters|Characters]], [[Digital_Actors|Digital Actors]], and [[Cinematography|Cinematography]] metadata.   
# Choose export options (scene numbers, annotations, beats, etc.). 
# Click '''Export''' to download the file or send it directly to linked drives (see [[Integrations|Integrations]]).   


== Best Practices ==
== Best Practices ==
* Use [[Script_Editor|Script Editor]] to ensure clean formatting before exporting.   
* Use **FDX export** if you need to collaborate with external writers or production teams.   
* Lock scenes in [[Timeline|Timeline]] to prevent changes after final draft creation.   
* Export to **PDF** when sending drafts for review to investors or stakeholders.   
* For collaboration with film crews, export in [[Final_Draft|FDX]] with [[Characters|character list]] and [[Shots|shot notes]].   
* For simple idea sharing, **TXT/MD export** is often fastest.   
* When publishing online, use [[PDF_Export|PDF]] for consistent styling across devices.
* Always keep a local copy of exported scripts for backup.


== Integration Tips ==
== Example Workflow ==
* Export [[Final_Draft|FDX]] to collaborate with screenwriters in Final Draft or Celtx. 
{| class="wikitable"
* Use [[Fountain|Fountain]] for version control in Git or markdown-based workflows. 
! Step
* Send [[Markdown_Support|Markdown]] or [[Plain_Text|TXT]] to [[AI_Wizard|AI Wizard]] for future re-generation or adaptation.
! Action
! Tool
|-
| 1
| Write or import your script
| [[Script_Editor|Script Editor]], [[Import_Script|Import Script]]
|-
| 2
| Refine scenes with visuals and assets
| [[Editor|Editor]], [[Timeline_&_Storyboard|Timeline & Storyboard]]
|-
| 3
| Generate a production draft
| [[AI_Wizard|AI Wizard]], [[AI_Task_Assembly|AI Task Assembly]]
|-
| 4
| Export to Final Draft or PDF
| '''Export Script'''
|}


== Troubleshooting ==
== Troubleshooting ==
* '''Missing formatting''' → Ensure [[Script_Editor|script]] formatting follows industry scene heading and dialogue standards. 
* If formatting appears broken, use the **FDX export** instead of TXT.   
* '''Characters not recognized''' → Check [[Characters|character names]] are uppercase in the script. 
* Ensure you have [[Credit_System|enough credits]] if exporting directly from AI-expanded scripts.   
* '''Beats not showing''' → Enable “Include Beats” during export. 
* Some metadata (camera directions, B-roll notes) may not carry over into non-FDX formats.   
* '''Annotations missing''' → Tick “Export Annotations” in the options menu.
 
== Credits & Storage ==
* Exporting text formats is free.   
* PDF and enhanced exports may use minimal [[Credit_System|credits]] if they require AI formatting cleanup.   
 
== Privacy & Rights ==
* Exported scripts contain only the project text — no video assets.   
* Ensure you have rights to all material before sending to third parties; see [[Documentation|Documentation]] → Legal/Usage.


== See Also ==
== See Also ==
* [[Import_Script|Import Script]]   
* [[Import_Script|Import Script]]   
* [[Final_Draft|Final Draft Integration]] 
* [[Script_Editor|Script Editor]]   
* [[Script_Editor|Script Editor]]   
* [[AI_Wizard|AI Wizard]]   
* [[AI_Wizard|AI Wizard]]   
* [[Characters]] / [[Digital_Actors|Digital Actors]] 
* [[Documentation|Documentation]]   
* [[Storyboard_Panels|Storyboard & Panels]] / [[Top_Down_View|Top-Down View]] 
 
* [[Timeline|Timeline]]   
* [[Build_Video|Build Video]] 
* [[Credit_System|Credit System]] / [[Billing_Model|Billing Model]]


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[https://act3ai.com/contact Contact Us] if you have any problems exporting scripts.

Latest revision as of 16:31, 27 August 2025

Overview

The Export Script feature in ACT 3 AI allows you to take your written or AI-assisted scripts and export them into industry-standard formats. This makes it easy to continue work in professional screenwriting tools, share drafts with collaborators, or archive project scripts outside the platform.

Supported Formats

  • Final Draft (.fdx): Industry standard for professional screenwriters.
  • PDF (.pdf): Shareable read-only version for pitches, reviews, or archival.
  • Text (.txt): Lightweight text export for quick notes or external editing.
  • Markdown (.md): Flexible format for technical pipelines or developer integration.

How to Export

  1. Open your project in the Editor.
  2. Navigate to **File → Export Script**.
  3. Select your preferred export format (FDX, PDF, TXT, MD).
  4. Choose whether to export the full script, selected scenes, or Acts → Scenes → Shots only.
  5. Click **Export**, and your file will be generated.

Integration

Best Practices

  • Use **FDX export** if you need to collaborate with external writers or production teams.
  • Export to **PDF** when sending drafts for review to investors or stakeholders.
  • For simple idea sharing, **TXT/MD export** is often fastest.
  • Always keep a local copy of exported scripts for backup.

Example Workflow

Step Action Tool
1 Write or import your script Script Editor, Import Script
2 Refine scenes with visuals and assets Editor, Timeline & Storyboard
3 Generate a production draft AI Wizard, AI Task Assembly
4 Export to Final Draft or PDF Export Script

Troubleshooting

  • If formatting appears broken, use the **FDX export** instead of TXT.
  • Ensure you have enough credits if exporting directly from AI-expanded scripts.
  • Some metadata (camera directions, B-roll notes) may not carry over into non-FDX formats.

See Also


Contact Us if you have any problems exporting scripts.

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