Screenwriting App
Screenwriting begins here
StudioBinder's screenwriting app makes it simple to write, share and collaborate on professional screenplays online.
Explore Write
Explore all the features in the Write solution
Docs
Draft documents
Story Outline
Story index cards
Path to Production
Development to pre-production
StudioBinder's app for screenwriting seamlessly connects with pre-production tools including script breakdowns, scheduling features, storyboards, shot lists, call sheets and much more.
Screenplay Format Software
Auto-formatted film scripts
StudioBinder's screenplay writing app automatically puts your script to industry-standard formatting. Our script writing app also features auto-complete, hotkeys and auto-saving to make your writing process more efficient.
Script Outline
Add structure to your story
StudioBinder's screenwriting app allows you to outline your script so you don't start with a blank page. Add plot points, character arcs, map out the beats and more in the outlining notepad. Use rich formatting options to add clarity, including embedded videos, photos, bullets and more.
Script Imports
Upload your existing script
If you already started writing in Movie Magic Screenwriter, Final Draft, Celtx, Fountain, Word, or even have a script in PDF format, easily drag and drop into StudioBinder's free screenwriting app and we'll maintain the correct formatting so you can keep working without any hiccups.
Script Versioning
Track unlimited script versions
StudioBinder's screenwriting app provides unlimited script versions with color-coded labels that are securely saved so you can easily track them in one place. Revisit previous versions at any point to reference dialogue or action, and flip back to your current one without losing progress.
Script Collaboration
Collaborate with partners
Share your script, gather feedback or script notes, and resolve them all in one place. StudioBinder's script writing app is built with collaboration in mind to make your story stronger from the start.
Script Syncing
Start pre-production after script lock
When you have the final draft of your script, invite your team to the project to begin generating a shooting schedule, script breakdown, storyboard, shot list, call sheets and more.
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
Screenplay format demo
Explore StudioBinder’s screenwriting app and view our professional screenplay formatting.
"StudioBinder’s screenwriting program is intuitively designed for film and video professionals heading into pre-production."
Jourdan Aldredge, PremiumBeat
Screenwriting App FAQs
Screenwriting basics explained
If you're going to write a script, you should make sure to write with a dedicated screenwriting program. If you choose a simple word processing program, you'll have to constantly adjust the formatting as you write, which is a massive creative interruption.
The 3 C's of screenwriting are concept, character, and conflict. No matter the length, scope, or genre, these elements are the foundation of good screenwriting.
Yes, ChatGPT can be used to write screenplays. But if you do go that route, you should really treat the output as a first/rough draft. Nothing will replace the human touch.
Plot.ai and Squibler's AI are two great tools specifically geared toward writing and writers.
Screenwriters use programs dedicated to screenwriting. So, instead of simple word processors, they will use a screenwriting app that handles the formatting automatically and may even include additional writing tools for notes and outlines so that they're entire process can be contained in a single program.
Yes, you can write a screenplay on your phone. There are some mobile apps designed for screenwriting, which is perfect for writers on the move. When inspiration strikes, you no longer have to wait to get home to get it down on "paper."
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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