Free Script Writing Software
Start script writing today
StudioBinder’s free script writing software allows you to write, format and collaborate on screenplays together.
Explore Write
Explore all the features in the Write solution
Docs
Draft documents
Story Outline
Story index cards
Path to Production
Guide your script straight to production
StudioBinder’s free online script writing software helps take you from the page to the screen even easier. After writing your script, simply sync it to your project and connect it to production tools to make your storyboards, shot lists, schedules, sides and call sheets.
Screenplay Format Software
Write with professional screenplay standards
Our free screenplay software features industry-standard screenplay formatting in dialogue, action lines and scene headings. Our script writing software also auto-completes sentences, adds hotkeys and auto-saves for more efficiency.
Script Outline
Brainstorm with an outline
StudioBinder’s free script writing program allows you to write an outline alongside your screenplay. You can use rich formatting, bullets, checklists, video embeds or attach photos. Say goodbye to index cards and make outlines with our film script writing software.
Script Imports
Write without losing progress
Easily import your existing screenplay that's written in Final Draft, Celtx, Word, Fountain, or PDF. Our film script software free tool maintains the correct formatting so you can continue writing seamlessly.
Script Versioning
Keep your script drafts organized
StudioBinder features unlimited script revisions with WGA-standard color coding for each version. Our free script writing software will make sure you track every draft with previous versions saved and easily accessible.
Script Collaboration
Write with collaborators
With one click, you can share your screenplay, receive feedback and resolve script notes. StudioBinder’s free script writing software for Mac and PC provides seamless collaboration wherever you are.
Script Syncing
Connect your script with pre-production tools
When you've finalized your screenplay, simply sync it to your projects and you can spin off script breakdowns, call sheets, shooting schedules, storyboards and shot lists all in one place.
Explore Features
More screenwriting features
Import Scripts
Import existing scripts from Final Draft, Fountain, PDF, etc.
Title Page
Generate a title page for your script that exports with PDFs.
Autosave Settings
Adjust auto-save settings, from 20 sec to 10 min.
Script Outline
A scratchpad for all your ideas, inspirations, and reminders.
Scene Numbering
Choose between digits, letters, or custom scene numbers.
Revision History
View and restore auto-saved changes from the past.
Lock Screenplay
Lock your script to prep it for the remaining pre-production steps.
Generate PDF
Export PDFs with customizations like layout, color, scenes, etc.
Export SBX
Export a .SBX file to import into other StudioBinder accounts.
Header & Footer
Include a custom header and/or footer with your script PDF.
Watermarks
Add watermarks to your exported script PDF for extra security.
Renumber Scenes
For a clean slate after locking a script, reset scene numbers.
Screenplay Example
View a demo screenplay
Explore StudioBinder's film script writing software with a demo project below.
"StudioBinder’s screenwriting program is intuitively designed for film and video professionals heading into pre-production."
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Free Script Writing Software FAQs
Script writing basics explained
The best free script writing software should go beyond the basics. While many programs simply provide formatting assistance, StudioBinder's script writing software also includes tools for outlining and collaboration, covering you from inception to the final draft.
Google Docs does not have screenwriting software, per se. There are templates you can find online but those are more guides for what a properly-formatted script written in Google Docs looks like. Therefore, you'd have to handle all the actual formatting as you write.
Sure, it is possible to write a script on your phone. Some screenwriting apps do have mobile versions but, for most writers, the phone is better suited for collecting ideas, brainstorming, making notes, etc. When inspiration strikes, you have the ability to capture it on your phone before fleshing out later at your computer.
Yes! StudioBinder is free to use. StudioBinder is and will forever be free to access and use whether you are on a Free, Teams, Education, or Enterprise account. However, there may be some additional features or content you get access to with paid subscriptions.
How to write a screenplay in StudioBinder
Open StudioBinder on your browser.
Click the Screenwriting tab on the project homepage.
Press the "New Screenplay" button and give it a title.
Open the Script Outline to organize your notes and plan out the structure.
Start writing your initial draft. Create a revision draft for each subsequent rewrite.
Press the "Sync to Project" button so that the script will integrate with other StudioBinder features.
When you're done writing and ready to start pre-production, click the "lock script" button.
Share your script with view-only links, invite collaborators or team members to get feedback.
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What else can StudioBinder do?
See all the ways we can improve your production workflow.
Write
Industry-standard scriptwriting software and note taking.
Breakdown
Identify all the pre-production details you need to know
Visualize
Visualize the script to get everyone on the same page
Plan
Collaborate with department heads as you prepare for production
Task Boards
Team collaboration
Media Library
Share docs & media
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