Import Script
Script Import
Overview
The Script Import feature in ACT 3 AI allows creators to bring existing scripts into the platform for editing, pre-visualization, and AI-assisted production. It supports industry-standard screenplay formats and automatically adapts imported content to the ACT 3 AI scene structure.
Key Benefits
1. Work with scripts written in external screenwriting tools. 2. Preserve scene formatting, dialogue, and stage directions. 3. Reduce setup time by automatically generating scenes from imported content. 4. Support for popular formats such as Final Draft, Fountain, and PDF. 5. Enable AI to immediately begin generating visuals and storyboards from your script.
Workflow for Script Import
1. **Open the Script Import Tool**
Navigate to the Script Import option in the project dashboard.
2. **Select Your File**
Upload from your computer or import directly from integrated services (e.g., Google Drive, Dropbox).
3. **Choose File Format**
Supported formats include: * **FDX** – Final Draft. * **Fountain** – Plain text screenplay format. * **PDF** – Screenplay exports from other tools. * **TXT/DOCX** – Basic text files.
4. **Map Script Structure**
Review and confirm: * Scene headings (INT./EXT.). * Action descriptions. * Dialogue and character names.
5. **Auto-Generate Scenes**
ACT 3 AI will create individual scene entries in your Editor for further editing.
6. **Apply AI Enhancements (Optional)**
Use AI Wizard to: * Expand descriptions. * Add visual details. * Suggest alternative dialogue.
7. **Save & Organize**
Store the imported script in the **Script** section of your Project Structure.
Supported Integrations
1. **Final Draft** – Direct import of .fdx files. 2. **Google Docs** – Import via copy/paste or export. 3. **Dropbox / Google Drive** – File-based imports. 4. **Screenwriting Software Exports** – Celtx, WriterDuet, StudioBinder.
Best Practices
1. Use properly formatted screenplays for best auto-parsing results. 2. Double-check imported scene breaks and character names. 3. Apply consistent scene naming for smooth AI generation. 4. Keep an untouched copy of your original script for reference.