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= AI Writing =
= AI Writing =
'''AI Writing''' in [[ACT3AI|ACT 3 AI]] turns ideas and outlines into screenplay‑ready text. 
It works across the [[Script_Editor|Script Editor]] and [[AI_Wizard|AI Wizard]] to generate [[Logline|loglines]], [[Story_Beats|story beats]], [[Acts|acts]], [[Scenes|scenes]], and even alt‑lines for dialogue—while keeping tone, genre, and continuity consistent.


== What You Can Do ==
== Overview ==
* '''Outline to Script:''' Expand a paragraph or beat list into a scene‑by‑scene draft. 
The '''AI Writing''' feature in [[ACT3AI|ACT 3 AI]] helps creators expand simple ideas into complete, production-ready screenplays. 
* '''Beat & Act Generation:''' Auto‑create [[Acts|acts]] and [[Story_Beats|beats]] matched to genre and tone. 
It leverages advanced generative models to produce [[Story_Beats|beats]], [[Scenes|scenes]], and dialogue, while keeping the writer in full creative control.
* '''Dialogue & Action:''' Produce character‑specific dialogue and concise action lines. 
* '''Rewrite & Polish:''' Shorten, clarify, adjust tone, or rewrite to a [[Characters|character]]’s voice. 
* '''Continuity Aids:''' Maintain names, locations, props, and motivations across scenes.


== Where It Lives ==
With AI Writing, you can move from a one-line concept to a fully structured [[Script_Editor|script]] in minutes.
* [[AI_Wizard|AI Wizard]] – fast structure: arcs → acts → beats → draft scenes. 
* [[Script_Editor|Script Editor]] – line‑level writing, rewrites, and alt versions. 
* [[Editor|Editor Workspace]] – push scenes to [[Storyboard_Panels|Storyboards]] and plan [[Shots|shots]].


== Modes ==
== Key Capabilities ==
* '''Idea → Outline:''' Description → Logline → Themes → Beat list.   
* '''Idea Expansion:''' Grow a short prompt into acts, scenes, and dialogue.   
* '''Outline → Scenes:''' Beats → sluglines, action, dialogue.   
* '''Beat Generation:''' Automatically generate [[Story_Beats|story beats]] for each act.   
* '''Scene Rewrite:''' Keep intent, change tone/pace/voice.   
* '''Draft Writing:''' Create structured [[Scripts|scripts]] with character names, dialogue, and scene headings.   
* '''Character Voice:''' Conform dialogue to a selected [[Characters|character]] profile.   
* '''Style & Tone:''' Adjust genre, pacing, and narrative voice to match your project.   
* '''Summarize/Condense:''' Shorten scenes while preserving essential beats.
* '''Human-in-the-loop Editing:''' Compare versions, accept or reject AI suggestions, and refine.


== How to Use ==
== How It Works ==
# Open the [[AI_Wizard|AI Wizard]] (for structure) or the [[Script_Editor|Script Editor]] (for drafting). 
# Start with a short description or logline in [[New_Project|New Project]]. 
# Provide context: genre, tone, audience, constraints (rating, style, runtime).   
# Open the [[AI_Wizard|AI Wizard]] to define genre, tone, theme, and audience.   
# Choose a mode (Generate Beats, Expand Scene, Rewrite, Alt Dialogue).   
# AI generates a structured outline with [[Acts|acts]], [[Scenes|scenes]], and [[Story_Beats|beats]].   
# Review suggestions; accept, edit, or regenerate. 
# Expand beats into dialogue using the [[Script_Editor|Script Editor]]. 
# Send approved scenes to [[Storyboard_Panels|Storyboard Panels]] or block in [[Top_Down_View|Top‑Down View]].
# Revise and refine manually, or regenerate specific lines with AI assistance.


== Prompt Patterns (Examples) ==
== Example Workflow ==
{| class="wikitable"
* Input: “A lone astronaut explores an alien planet.” 
! Goal !! Input Pattern !! Example
* Output: 
|-
: Act 1 — Arrival on the planet, first signs of alien life.
| Generate Beats || "Genre: X. Tone: Y. Story: <50–80 words>. Produce 8–10 beats." || "Sci‑Fi, hopeful. Story: An astronaut decodes an alien signal..."
: Act 2 — Rising tension, discovery of alien structures.
|-
: Act 3 — Climax and revelation, astronaut escapes or makes first contact.
| Expand Scene || "Slug: INT./EXT. Place – TIME. Characters: A, B. Intention: <goal>. Add conflict & reversal." || "INT. LAB – NIGHT. A wants access; B blocks them."
* Script is formatted automatically with headings, dialogue, and stage directions.
|-
| Alt Dialogue (Voice) || "Rewrite dialogue in the voice of <Character>, keep subtext, 10–14 lines max." || "Voice: Mentor—wry, concise, protective."
|-
| Tone Shift || "Keep plot, shift tone to <noir/comedy/thriller>, tighten to 120–150 words." || "Shift to thriller; increase stakes, shorter sentences."
|-
| Condense || "Summarize scene to 5 lines: action, turn, decision, consequence, hook." || "Scene 12 → 5 lines outline."
|}


== Controls & Constraints ==
== Benefits ==
* '''Tone/Genre/Audience:''' Set in the request to guide outputs.   
* '''Speed:''' Generate a draft script in minutes.   
* '''Length Targets:''' Words per scene, lines per dialogue exchange.   
* '''Flexibility:''' Explore multiple variations of tone, character, or dialogue.   
* '''Forbidden/Required Elements:''' List items to exclude/include (names, props, topics).   
* '''Consistency:''' Maintain formatting standards for [[Final_Draft|Final Draft]] or [[Export_Script|Export Script]].   
* '''Continuity Lock:''' Preserve names/locations across a selection.
* '''Collaboration:''' Multiple writers can edit AI drafts in real time.


== Collaboration ==
== Integration with Workflow ==
* Real‑time co‑writing with comments and suggestions. 
* [[AI_Wizard|AI Wizard]] → High-level story arcs and beats.   
* Keep multiple variants; use '''Compare Drafts''' to diff changes. 
* [[Script_Editor|Script Editor]] → Write, edit, and format full scripts. 
* '''Lock Scene''' after sign‑off to prevent edits.
* [[Characters|Characters]] → Link dialogue directly to character profiles.   
 
* [[Digital_Actors|Digital Actors]] → Assign AI actors to scripted dialogue. 
== From Text to Picture ==
* [[Timeline|Timeline]] → Map generated scripts to scene pacing.
* Send scenes to [[Storyboard_Panels|Storyboards]] or plan in [[Top_Down_View|Top‑Down View]].   
* Generate previews via [[Google_Veo_3|Google Veo 3]], [[Runway|Runway Integration]], or [[Wan|WAN AI Integration]].   
* Assemble in [[Build_Video|Build Video]] and render via [[Render_Queue|Render Queue]].


== Best Practices ==
== Best Practices ==
* Write specific but short prompts; prefer intentions over micromanaging prose.   
* Provide detailed prompts (genre, setting, characters) for stronger outputs.   
* Anchor each scene with objective, obstacle, escalation, and turn.   
* Use AI to explore multiple versions before committing.   
* Keep dialogue playable: short lines, subtext, clear tactics.   
* Always review and refine AI drafts for tone and accuracy.   
* Re‑run AI on only the parts that need change (saves [[Credit_System|credits]]).
* Break long scripts into smaller sections for easier AI processing.


== Troubleshooting ==
== Troubleshooting ==
* '''Too generic output''' → Add constraints (setting, objective, stakes, time pressure). 
* '''Generic dialogue''' → Add character notes or traits in [[Characters|character profiles]].   
* '''Off‑voice dialogue''' → Apply '''Character Voice''' mode using a defined [[Characters|character]] profile.   
* '''Wrong genre/tone''' → Re-run generation with adjusted [[AI_Wizard|genre/tone settings]].   
* '''Scene bloat''' → Use '''Condense''' or set a word cap; split into two scenes if needed.   
* '''Overwritten edits''' → Lock approved lines in the [[Script_Editor|Script Editor]].   
* '''Continuity errors''' → Run '''Continuity Check''' and relink props/locations.
 
== Credits & Billing ==
* AI Writing actions may consume small amounts of [[Credit_System|credits]]—estimates are shown before running.   
* See [[Billing_Model|Billing Model]] and [[Subscription_Plan|Subscription Plan]] for plan limits.


== See Also ==
== See Also ==
* [[AI_Wizard|AI Wizard]]
* [[AI_Wizard|AI Wizard]]
* [[Script_Editor|Script Editor]]
* [[Script_Editor|Script Editor]]
* [[Story_Beats|Story Beats]] / [[Acts|Acts]] / [[Scenes|Scenes]] / [[Shots|Shots]]
* [[Import_Script|Import Script]] / [[Export_Script|Export Script]]
* [[Characters]] / [[Digital_Actors|Digital Actors]]
* [[Characters]] / [[Digital_Actors|Digital Actors]]
* [[Storyboard_Panels|Storyboard Panels]] / [[Top_Down_View|Top‑Down View]]
* [[Acts]] · [[Story_Beats|Story Beats]] · [[Scenes]] · [[Shots]]
* [[Build_Video|Build Video]] / [[Render_Queue|Render Queue]]
* [[Import_Script]] / [[Export_Script]] / [[Final_Draft]]


[[Category:ACT 3 AI Features]]
[[Category:ACT 3 AI Features]] 
[[Category:Story Structure]] 
[[Category:Writing Tools]]


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Revision as of 06:11, 27 August 2025

AI Writing

Overview

The AI Writing feature in ACT 3 AI helps creators expand simple ideas into complete, production-ready screenplays. It leverages advanced generative models to produce beats, scenes, and dialogue, while keeping the writer in full creative control.

With AI Writing, you can move from a one-line concept to a fully structured script in minutes.

Key Capabilities

  • Idea Expansion: Grow a short prompt into acts, scenes, and dialogue.
  • Beat Generation: Automatically generate story beats for each act.
  • Draft Writing: Create structured scripts with character names, dialogue, and scene headings.
  • Style & Tone: Adjust genre, pacing, and narrative voice to match your project.
  • Human-in-the-loop Editing: Compare versions, accept or reject AI suggestions, and refine.

How It Works

  1. Start with a short description or logline in New Project.
  2. Open the AI Wizard to define genre, tone, theme, and audience.
  3. AI generates a structured outline with acts, scenes, and beats.
  4. Expand beats into dialogue using the Script Editor.
  5. Revise and refine manually, or regenerate specific lines with AI assistance.

Example Workflow

  • Input: “A lone astronaut explores an alien planet.”
  • Output:
Act 1 — Arrival on the planet, first signs of alien life.
Act 2 — Rising tension, discovery of alien structures.
Act 3 — Climax and revelation, astronaut escapes or makes first contact.
  • Script is formatted automatically with headings, dialogue, and stage directions.

Benefits

  • Speed: Generate a draft script in minutes.
  • Flexibility: Explore multiple variations of tone, character, or dialogue.
  • Consistency: Maintain formatting standards for Final Draft or Export Script.
  • Collaboration: Multiple writers can edit AI drafts in real time.

Integration with Workflow

  • AI Wizard → High-level story arcs and beats.
  • Script Editor → Write, edit, and format full scripts.
  • Characters → Link dialogue directly to character profiles.
  • Digital Actors → Assign AI actors to scripted dialogue.
  • Timeline → Map generated scripts to scene pacing.

Best Practices

  • Provide detailed prompts (genre, setting, characters) for stronger outputs.
  • Use AI to explore multiple versions before committing.
  • Always review and refine AI drafts for tone and accuracy.
  • Break long scripts into smaller sections for easier AI processing.

Troubleshooting

See Also

Contact Us if you have any problems using our product, or if you have questions.

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