Editor

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.

Main Areas

The Editor screen is split into three columns. You can pick which view goes in each column:

• Script – Write or edit your screenplay with automatic formatting for scene headings, character names, and dialogue.
• Timeline – Arrange your video scenes by time, drag shots into place, and adjust the timing.
• Preview – Play a quick render of your scene directly in the app.
• Storyboard & Panels – View or sketch storyboard images alongside your script.
• Top-Down View – Place cameras, actors, and props on a simple map of your set.

Switch between these views using the dropdown menus above each column or keyboard shortcuts (e.g., Ctrl + E then P).

How to Write and Edit Your Script

• Start with your script: The script editor formats scene headings, character names, and dialogue automatically.
• Highlight scenes and shots: Different background colors help you tell where one scene or shot ends.
• Compare versions: Open two scripts side by side—like your original draft and an AI-revised draft—to decide which lines to keep.

Working on Your Timeline

• Add scenes or shots: Drag script blocks onto the timeline to create your sequence.
• Zoom and scrub: Pinch or scroll to zoom in for frame-by-frame work, or zoom out for a full-scene overview.
• Play back sections: Select a block of shots and hit “Play” to focus only on that part.

Previewing Your Video

• Quick renders: Generate a low-resolution preview instantly—no need to leave the Editor.
• Adjust quality: Choose Draft, Medium, High, or even 4K quality. The Editor shows you the estimated AI credits before you render.
• One-click updates: If you change your script or shot prompts, click “Regenerate” to see the updated preview.

Top-Down Planning

• Drag-and-drop: Move cameras, lights, and actors around on a 2D map of your set.
• Draw paths: Sketch a character’s path or camera movement with your mouse.
• Sync with 3D tools: Export your setup to Blender integration for detailed 3D work, then bring it back with one click.

Collaboration Made Simple

• Real-time teamwork: See who’s editing which part of the script, timeline, or preview.
• Lock approved content: Freeze finished scenes or shots so no one can accidentally change them.
• Comment and review: Leave notes on specific script lines or timeline points for your team.

Getting Help

• Press F1 or click the Help icon for short tutorials on each pane.
• Hover over buttons to see a tooltip explaining what they do.
• Visit the Story Arc & Wizard for guided story-building advice.

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