Free Writing Programs
Script writing made easy
StudioBinder’s free writing programs give you a platform to write, share and collaborate on professional screenplays.
Explore Write
Explore all the features in the Write solution
Docs
Draft documents
Story Outline
Story index cards
Path to Production
From scriptwriting to pre-production
StudioBinder’s free writing program connects scriptwriting with other production tools. Our platform effortlessly integrates all elements of production with screenwriting, which includes scheduling, storyboards, shot lists, call sheets, and more.
Screenplay Format Software
Write with industry standard software
Our free screenplay writing program features industry-standard screenplay format when writing your script. We provide auto-completing text, hotkeys, auto-saving amongst & more in our free writing programs.
Script Outline
Ideate and outline your story
StudioBinder’s free writing program provides script outlining features right next to your screenplay. You can now outline your whole story with rich formatting, check boxes, bullets, video embeds and so much more.
Script Imports
Import your screenplay in seconds
If you've already started writing a screenplay with Final Draft, Fountain, Celtx, Word or even have a PDF file, you can easily import the script in StudioBinder’s software for writers and it will carry over proper formatting to avoid any wasted time.
Script Versioning
Keep your script revisions organized
StudioBinder’s free writing program stores unlimited script versions with a complete revision history available. Script versions are color-coded according to WGA standards and accessible anytime to restore or review.
Script Collaboration
Write and collaborate even easier
StudioBinder’s free writing programs make collaboration seamless with one-click sharing. Receive feedback and resolve all script notes in one place.
Script Syncing
Sync your screenplay to your project
When your script is locked, you can sync it in your StudioBinder project and get started with script breakdowns, shooting schedules, storyboards, shot lists and call sheets directly from our free script writing program.
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
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Explore StudioBinder's free writing programs and see how easy it is to format scripts professionally.
"StudioBinder’s screenwriting program is intuitively designed for film and video professionals heading into pre-production."
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Writing Programs FAQs
Writing program basics explained
Free writing programs are widely available. But good free writing programs are more rare. Microsoft Word and Google Docs, for example, are readily available for most people, and they are great for word processing but when it comes to screenwriting, you're better off with actual screenwriting software like StudioBinder.
StudioBinder is one of the leading movie script writing software programs because it understands and facilitates the entire writing process. From brainstorming and outlining all the way to a final draft, getting feedback from collaborators and then seamlessly integrating into the rest of pre-production services.
Most filmmakers use screenwriting software to write their scripts. Mostly because programs like StudioBinder automatically format the script with industry standards. Screenplay formatting can be an extremely tedious and creatively draining process which is why we eliminate that from your process so you can focus on the story.
Microsoft Word is not a very good program for writing screenplays. For so many other writing projects, it works wonders, but screenwriting is so particular when it comes to formatting, that using Word would become more of a hindrance than a help.
Google does have a free writing program called Google Docs that comes standard with any Google account.
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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