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= Export Script | == Overview == | ||
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. | |||
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 == | |||
# Open your project in the [[Editor|Editor]]. | |||
# Navigate to **File → Export Script**. | |||
# Select your preferred export format (FDX, PDF, TXT, MD). | |||
# Choose whether to export the full script, selected scenes, or [[Story Structure|Acts → Scenes → Shots]] only. | |||
# Click **Export**, and your file will be generated. | |||
== Integration == | |||
* Exports can be re-imported into [[Final_Draft|Final Draft]] or other editing software. | |||
* Supports linking with [[Import_Script|Import Script]] to round-trip content between ACT 3 and third-party tools. | |||
* Works seamlessly with [[Characters|Characters]], [[Digital_Actors|Digital Actors]], and [[Cinematography|Cinematography]] metadata. | |||
== 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 == | ||
{| class="wikitable" | |||
! Step | |||
! 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 == | |||
* If formatting appears broken, use the **FDX export** instead of TXT. | |||
* Ensure you have [[Credit_System|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 == | |||
* [[Import_Script|Import Script]] | |||
* [[Final_Draft|Final Draft Integration]] | |||
* [[Script_Editor|Script Editor]] | |||
* [[AI_Wizard|AI Wizard]] | |||
* [[Documentation|Documentation]] | |||
[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
- Open your project in the Editor.
- Navigate to **File → Export Script**.
- Select your preferred export format (FDX, PDF, TXT, MD).
- Choose whether to export the full script, selected scenes, or Acts → Scenes → Shots only.
- Click **Export**, and your file will be generated.
Integration
- Exports can be re-imported into Final Draft or other editing software.
- Supports linking with Import Script to round-trip content between ACT 3 and third-party tools.
- Works seamlessly with Characters, Digital Actors, and Cinematography metadata.
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.