Built by Screenwriters, for Screenwriters

Perfect for different writing styles

First draft writers

Focus on getting the story out fast. Screenwriter's speed and simplicity are perfect for those critical first drafts where story matters more than formatting.

Collaborative teams

Screenwriter's text-based format works beautifully with collaboration tools. Share scripts via text, track changes with version control, and merge edits seamlessly.

Mobile writers

Write anywhere, anytime. Screenwriter works great on iPhone and iPad, so you can capture inspiration whenever it strikes.

Professional workflow

Export to industry-standard PDFs or import into Final Draft. Screenwriter fits into any professional screenwriting workflow.

Professional results

Screenwriter produces professional, industry-standard screenplays:

Proper formatting

Standard Courier 12pt font
Correct margins and spacing
Professional indentation

Automatic page breaks

Title Pages
Centered title and author
Contact information
Date and version tracking
Industry-standard layout

Page numbers

Proper placement and formatting
Automatic page counting
Scene continuation indicators

Version control built-in

Create new versions while preserving originals
Automatic version numbering and date tracking
iCloud sync keeps everything up-to-date across devices

Focus-first design

Clean, distraction-free writing environment
Table of contents for easy scene navigation
Preview mode to see formatted output
No subscription required - buy once, write forever

Industry formatting output

Film Format: Standard margins, fonts, and spacing
TV Format: Television-specific formatting requirements

Why Fountain format?

Screenwriter uses the Fountain screenwriting format. It's a simple, readable format that works with any text editor, version control systems, and collaboration tools. Unlike proprietary formats, your Fountain scripts will be readable decades from now.

Benefits of Fountain:

Future-proof: Plain text never goes obsolete
Version control friendly: Perfect for Git and collaboration
Cross-platform: Works on any device, any OS
Lightweight: No bloated files or complex dependencies

New to Fountain? Read our guide to Fountain here. The app also has a built-in guide that covers everything you need to know, including:

Scene headings and formatting
Character and dialogue conventions
Action lines and transitions
Professional formatting tips

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