Access industry-standard layouts for screenplays, stage plays, or graphic novels via the Final Draft Template Library . ✍️ Script Execution & Formatting
💡 Use the Novel Template if you are writing a book; it changes script elements like "Scene Heading" to "General" to suit prose.
Once your structure is set, the software automates the technical aspects of formatting: Final Draft 12.0.5 Build 82.1
To prepare a story using , you should leverage the software's specialized pre-writing and formatting tools designed for screenwriters and authors. 🏗️ Pre-Writing & Structural Setup
While version 12.0.5 is stable, consider if new AI-assisted features in Final Draft 13 are necessary for your current project. 🏗️ Pre-Writing & Structural Setup While version 12
Use Control + Shift + [Number] (Windows) to quickly fix misformatted text blocks.
Minimize distractions by hiding toolbars and menus, leaving only the page visible. Before writing "Fade In," use these built-in tools
Before writing "Fade In," use these built-in tools to organize your plot and character arcs: