http://support.finaldraft.com/?cid=1001http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=11717For technical reasons, the Mac App Store version does not include Tagger, Ask the Expert or foreign-language spell-checkers. However, Tagger is availSales6/17/2013 2:55:30 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=23847Go to File > Close to close your script; Open the tutorial script that ships with the program: v.8.0.1 – Go to Mac HD > Applications &gFormatting6/10/2013 8:20:01 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1214Close any open programs; Windows 8: Type "Control Panel" (without quotes) or access the Control Panel another way; Choose Display; Choose theTagger6/10/2013 8:18:34 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=403Whenever you save or the auto-save saves your script, Final Draft makes an additional date- and time-stamped copy and places it in another folder forFile Management6/10/2013 8:06:20 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1109Example: Under Format > Elements, the Dialogue indents are set to 2.50 and 6.00. However, in the script the indent markers in the ruler indicaSettings6/10/2013 7:49:23 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1631If you have FD7 installed on your Windows computer and you install FD8, your FD8 files may be erroneously associated with FD7 and you will receive anError Messages6/10/2013 6:00:44 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=487Technical support for U.S. and most Canadian residents: 888-320-7555.Technical support for international callers: 818-906-8930 (toll fees may apply).Getting Help5/31/2013 12:59:21 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=893No. Final Draft is single-user license software. If your name is the one on the account, you're the sole owner and the only person who can get techniGetting HelpProgram Management5/31/2013 12:58:38 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=893No. Final Draft is single-user license software. If your name is the one on the account, you're the sole owner and the only person who can get techniGetting HelpProgram Management5/31/2013 12:58:38 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=485If you can't find the answer to your question in the Knowledge Base or in the manual, you can submit a question to us through the free email serviceGetting Help5/31/2013 12:56:38 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=837No. These are seen only on the screen to denote the start of a new scene or shot. They are non-printing symbols. Note: Live technical support for FPrinting5/31/2013 12:53:55 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=753Final Draft 6 and 7 software will export to PDF (Adobe Acrobat). Final Draft 7.1x: File > Save as PDF. Final Draft 7.0x and Final Draft 6: FilPDF5/31/2013 12:53:10 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=673The German Windows keyboard uses the CONTROL/ALT-Q combination to produce the "@" symbol, but Final Draft intercepts that keystroke combination YouMiscellaneous Tech5/31/2013 12:52:05 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=488The easiest way is to click HERE; your request will automatically be forwarded to our programming department. Please note that this is for product rGetting Help5/31/2013 12:51:11 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=497We're not able to address technical problems sent via email to info@finaldraft.com sales@finaldraft.com support@finaldraft.com techsupport@finaGetting Help5/31/2013 12:49:16 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=499If you're using your aunt's boyfriend's brother's business partner's cousin's dad's daughter's ex-spouse's fiancee's girlfriendGetting Help5/31/2013 12:48:25 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1146AV2.5 will run on Mac OS X 10.3.9 through OS X 10.6.8. AV2.5 is not supported on Mac OS X v10.7 (Lion) or 10.8 (Mountain Lion). Note: Live technicaSystem Requirements / OS5/31/2013 12:46:40 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=783Final Draft doesn't have a watermark feature at this time. We do plan to add it to a future version. Applies to v.8 / 7 / 6 / 5/4Features5/31/2013 12:44:44 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=479Yes, we do provide in-person technical support. In-office support sessions are accommodated from 9AM to 1130AM and 3PM to 5PM Monday - Friday.We don'Getting Help5/31/2013 12:40:48 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=137Undo actions in split fields or Undo actions that affect pagination may cause a crash. If a user undoes an action in an element that causes it to eitCrashes / Freezes5/31/2013 12:39:48 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=31Unfortunately, AV does not support graphics. Note: Live technical support for Final Draft AV 2.5 has been discontinued. However, software activatioBasic Functions5/31/2013 12:34:13 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=909One. Only one person can be the owner of an individual copy of Final Draft.or AV2. That number again: One. Even if two (or more) people split theProgram Management5/31/2013 12:32:05 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=493If you feel that you were unfairly charged for a call to our technical support service, we're open to hearing your side of the dispute. Click HERE anGetting Help5/31/2013 12:30:18 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=129Although AV2.5.2 is fully native to the Mac-Intel machines, sometimes it can have difficulty launching. If this happens, the problem can usually be eCrashes / Freezes5/31/2013 12:28:20 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=9283No, AV 2.5 is not compatible with these operating systems. It will run on Mac OS X 10.3.9 -- 10.6.8. All development on AV 2.x has been discontinuedSystem Requirements / OS5/31/2013 12:27:54 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=779This issue was resolved in version 2.5.2. In 2.5.2, PDF exports now use the native Adobe format so file sizes are much smaller. They can now also bePDF5/31/2013 12:27:30 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=458First, go to Tools > Reformat. This will bring up the Reformat tool, which will highlight an element and allow you to convert it to a different eFormatting5/31/2013 12:27:10 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=778This issue was resolved in version 2.5.2. In 2.5.2, PDF exports now use the native Adobe format so file sizes are much smaller. They can now also bePDF5/31/2013 12:25:07 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=628Go to Start > Settings > Control Panel Select Add/Remove Programs Click Final Draft AV 2.5 and click Remove You will be prompted to confirmInstalling5/31/2013 12:24:41 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=626Uninstalling AV 2.5 from a Macintosh Computer 1. Deactivate the program by going to Help > Deactivate > Online (or Manual) Deactivation (compInstalling5/31/2013 12:24:18 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=495The sales line (800-231-4055 or 818-995-8995) is for calls about: purchasing software or other products; upgrading; where to buy; program regisGetting Help5/31/2013 12:23:57 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1189Here are the results of our testing; they are not conclusive and you may experience problems that were not found. If you do encounter unexpected issuSystem Requirements / OS5/31/2013 12:22:24 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=238The solution is to simply click the "Go Back" button and then the"Continue" button again. The hard drive should now be available for installing the sError MessagesInstalling5/31/2013 12:21:25 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=238The solution is to simply click the "Go Back" button and then the"Continue" button again. The hard drive should now be available for installing the sError MessagesInstalling5/31/2013 12:21:25 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=367Yes. You must first save the Final Draft file as a File Converter File (.fcf): Go to File > Save As. Change the Save As Type or Format drop-doFile Management5/31/2013 12:21:05 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=408Yes, AV 2 will automatically convert scripts written in AV 1. AV2.5 can open files written in AV2.05 and vice-versa. However, AV 1 will not importFile Management5/31/2013 12:20:46 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=539Export As Keynote (Mac OS only)Apple's Keynote allows you to create slides and high-quality presentations quickly and easily. You can use Keynote toImporting / Exporting5/31/2013 12:19:39 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=574You can import these file types into Final Draft AV 2: RTF (Rich Text Files) -- these files must be written using TABLES in the original program (Importing / Exporting5/31/2013 12:19:20 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=580This issue was resolved with the release of AV2.5.2.Click HERE for the installer. Note: Live technical support for Final Draft AV 2.5 has been discoFormatting5/31/2013 12:18:58 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=627Note: Due to Vista's focus on security, you may be prompted at certain points to confirm that you want to continue. Whenever you're prompted in thisInstalling5/31/2013 12:18:41 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=709.xav is the file extension for a Final Draft AV 2 script document, i.e. scriptname.xav. Both Windows and Mac OS X use this extension to recognize aMiscellaneous Tech5/31/2013 12:18:19 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=746Final Draft AV 2 does not have this capability. If you manually override the page numbers in the header, the same page number will show up on everyPagination5/31/2013 12:17:59 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=755Yes. To save a script as an Adobe Acrobat Document (PDF): Choose File > Save As and the standard Save dialog appears. Navigate to where thPDF5/31/2013 12:17:38 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=829Try going to the properties of your printer and changing the printable area: Go to Start > Settings > Printers. Right-click on your printerPrinting5/31/2013 12:17:17 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=925If you've already registered once with your Customer Number, it 's notnecessary toregister again if you are merely reinstalling or installing to anotProgram Management5/31/2013 12:16:58 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=940Your Customer Number can be found in the program under Help > Customer Support. It will appear as AV2-123-456-789-012. If you purchased the boProgram Management5/31/2013 12:16:36 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1032No, Final Draft AV doesn't have this ability. Note: Live technical support for Final Draft AV 2.5 has been discontinued. However, software activatiPagination5/31/2013 12:16:17 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1035Yes. You can create a stationery file from any script whose format you want to use as a new default template. With this script open, go to File >Settings5/31/2013 12:15:52 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1050Simply go to View > Elements, select the element you want to alter and make the changes to the font, size, etc. as seen in the window. For inforSettings5/31/2013 12:15:30 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1041No. Parenthetical elements can only be created using Control + 4 on Windows or Command + 4 on Mac. Note: Live technical support for Final Draft AVSettings5/31/2013 12:15:05 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1062You can customize the elements for all caps or upper and lower case. Go to View > Elements. Select the element you want and click Set Font. SelectSettings5/31/2013 12:14:45 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1093Go to View > Elements. Highlight Character in the list on the left. In the Suffix field, you'll see a colon (:). Delete this colon and clickSettings5/31/2013 12:14:24 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1106The TAB key moves from the VIDEO ELEMENT to CHARACTER.Aftertyping in the character, TAB takes you to DIALOGUE.If you hit TAB again, it creates a NEWBasic Functions5/31/2013 12:14:01 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1120If the installation does not work properly, change the default location of the spell-check to the Final Draft folder instead of the Spelling and ThesSpellcheck5/31/2013 12:13:42 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1265Yes, it's best to uninstall AV 1 before installing AV 2. On Macintosh, drag the Final Draft AV 1 folder to the Trash. Be sure to move any saved AV dUpdating-Upgrading5/31/2013 12:13:23 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1267If you're trying to install AV2 or AV2.5 with your AV1 Customer Number,it won't work. AV1 requires an FAV number, i.e. FAV-123-456-789-012.AV2.0x reqUpdating-Upgrading5/31/2013 12:13:02 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1298In AV2 the Tab key moves the insertion point [the blinking cursor] to the next logical empty element or to the beginning of the next logical element:Basic Functions5/31/2013 12:12:43 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1331This is an expected behavior. The best way to work around this is to use the segment marker (new video, but not a new scene) to line columns up. NoFormatting5/31/2013 12:12:16 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1333In AV2.5, the ENTER/RETURN key will create the next logical element, i.e. Enter/Return at the end of a video description will create a new CharacterBasic Functions5/31/2013 12:11:57 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1334This symbol is a marker that denotes the start of a new scene. This is different from the dash, "-," which denotes new video shot within the same sBasic Functions5/31/2013 12:11:37 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1347This issue was resolved with the release of AV2.5.2.Click HERE for the installer. Note: Live technical support for Final Draft AV 2.5 has been diUsing the Program5/31/2013 12:11:16 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=380If your AV file has become corrupted, follow these steps to clean it. Open the file in AV; Go to File > Save As and save it to the Desktop asFile Management5/31/2013 12:10:49 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=2774Final Draft AV is not able to export scripts as PDF on thisoperating system.We suggest using a free third-party utility such as CutePDF;it acts as avError Messages5/31/2013 12:10:28 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1130Basic testing on Vista Ultimate reveals the following issues:1. Problem: Vista has ClearType text smoothing on by default, which can make the text inSystem Requirements / OS5/31/2013 12:10:09 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=903Go to Help > Customer Support. AV2.0: The last version was 2.05. No further updates will be released. AV2.5: The last version was 2.5.2. No furProgram Management5/31/2013 12:09:47 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=597You don't -- if you do it won't work right. An installed copy of Final Draft or AV 2.5 is more than the program folder that's visible on your hard dInstalling5/31/2013 12:09:21 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1484To deactivate Final Draft 7 and AV2.5:Open the program and go to Help > Deactivate. If you have an internet connection, choose Online DeactivationActivating / Deactivating5/31/2013 12:08:54 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1490If you need to deactivate Final Draft 7 or AV2.5x manually, open the program and go to Help > Deactivate > Manual Activation. Click through theActivating / Deactivating5/31/2013 12:08:24 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=908To change the Customer Number embedded in Final Draft v. 8 / 7 or AV2.5: If the computer is activated, you must deactivate it. Instructions for deacProgram Management5/31/2013 12:07:35 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1481Final Draft 7 and AV2.5 have a streamlined system that enables you to activate your computer quickly via the web or by using our free automated phoneActivating / Deactivating5/31/2013 12:07:12 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=55Select the element(s) you want to be highlighted and choose Format > Font > Highlight. From there you can highlight selected content or certainBasic Functions5/31/2013 12:06:49 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=96If you have an Intel Mac, click HERE.If you have a non-Intel Mac, a possible remedy for the problem is to uninstall the program, delete the preferencCrashes / Freezes5/31/2013 12:06:27 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=230You'll need to repair your computer's permissions. Click HERE for instructions. Note: Live technical support for Final Draft AV 2.5 has been discontError Messages5/31/2013 12:06:03 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=366Yes. In AV, go to File > Save As and choose File Converter File (.fcf) as the file format. Save the file to a convenient location such as the desFile Management5/31/2013 12:05:42 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=520Yes. Go to File > Save As and under Format or Save As Type select Teleprompter (.txt). You can then import this into most teleprompter software.Importing / Exporting5/31/2013 12:05:20 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=524Unfortunately, the program does not support graphics. Note: Live technical support for Final Draft AV 2.5 has been discontinued. However, softwareBasic Functions5/31/2013 12:05:00 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=549AV2.5 on an Intel Mac can have difficulty opening an FCF file. Here's the workaround: Go to Mac HD > Applications > Final Draft AV2.5. RigImporting / Exporting5/31/2013 12:04:30 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=555In order for an RTF file to import properly from Word or another word processing program, the text must have been written using tables. Consult yourImporting / Exporting5/31/2013 12:04:04 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=565This feature is only available from the toolbar, not the reformat pop-up window. To reformat multiple elements at once, select the section you wishFormatting5/31/2013 12:03:46 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=566The problem was corrected with the free 2.5.2 update, available HERE. If your operating system is too old to run AV2.5.2, open the RTF in Word, thenFormattingImporting / Exporting5/31/2013 12:03:24 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=566The problem was corrected with the free 2.5.2 update, available HERE. If your operating system is too old to run AV2.5.2, open the RTF in Word, thenFormattingImporting / Exporting5/31/2013 12:03:24 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=579This issue was corrected in the AV 2.5.2 update.Click HERE to go to the AV update page. Note: Live technical support for Final Draft AV 2.5 has beenImporting / Exporting5/31/2013 12:03:04 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=600The Continue button will only become enabled when you enter a valid 7FD or AV2.5 Customer Number. If you copy and paste the number in from somewhereInstalling5/31/2013 12:02:42 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=606INSTALL FROM CD: Place the Final Draft AV Install Disc in the CD-ROM drive. The Final Draft AV window appears. Double-click the Final Draft AV IInstalling5/31/2013 12:02:03 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=607To install from a CD if Windows' CD Auto-Play feature is enabled: Place the Final Draft AV Install Disc in the drive. Autorun starts. Double-clicInstalling5/31/2013 12:00:55 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=616IMPORTANT: IF YOU STORE ANY SCRIPTS IN THE FINAL DRAFT AV FOLDER, MOVE THEM TO SOME OTHER FOLDER! Before uninstalling, it's important to deactivateInstalling5/31/2013 12:00:34 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=619This is a known issue but you most certainly can install the software. Simply hit the Back button and then hit the Continue button; after that you sInstalling5/31/2013 12:00:08 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=660The AV2.5 installer can also be used as a free viewer. Download it, install it and when you run it, choose Demo at the prompt. You will then be ablMiscellaneous Tech5/31/2013 11:59:40 AM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=740If you have an Intel Mac, go to Mac HD > Applications > Final Draft 7 (or Final Draft AV 2.5). Choose Get Info on the FD7 (or the Final Draft ACrashes / Freezes5/31/2013 11:58:58 AM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=828This issue was resolved with the release of AV2.5.2.Click HERE for the installer. Note: Live technical support for Final Draft AV 2.5 has been discoPrinting5/31/2013 11:58:39 AM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=902While you must activate Final Draft and AV2.5 within 15 days of installation, you are not required to register your customer number. Activation is aProgram Management5/31/2013 11:58:12 AM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=912The Final Draft and AV2.5 CD ROM allow for unlimited number of installs but only two computers that you own and operate can be set up to run at a givProgram Management5/31/2013 11:57:50 AM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=932The standard retail Final Draft 7 and AV2.5 software licenses allow for two (2) computers, owned and operated by the sole licensed user and no one elProgram Management5/31/2013 11:57:28 AM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=935You can install FDAV2.05 on two computers that you own and operate. Any installations beyond these two violate the license agreement that you agreedProgram Management5/31/2013 11:57:07 AM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1140Yes, AV 2.5.2 has been engineered to run on the Mac/Intel computers, OS X 10.3.9 through 10.6.8. Click HERE for the free 2.5.2 update. Final Draft ASystem Requirements / OS5/31/2013 11:56:47 AM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1175Windows Pentium class or better processor Windows 7, XP, 2000 or ME 64MB of RAM 35MB of available hard drive space CD-ROM drive or an internetSystem Requirements / OS5/31/2013 11:56:27 AM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1312First, choose the template/layout you'd like to edit. Once you're in the desired layout, go to View > Elements. In the selection box on the leftFeatures5/31/2013 11:56:04 AM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1317Unlike the time-tested "one-page-per-minute" estimate used for feature screenplays, there's no long-standing rule of thumb for AV pagination -- too mMiscellaneous Tech5/31/2013 11:55:43 AM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1338This issue was resolved with the release of AV2.5.2.Click HERE for the installer. Note: Live technical support for Final Draft AV 2.5 has been discoBasic FunctionsFormatting5/31/2013 11:55:15 AM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1338This issue was resolved with the release of AV2.5.2.Click HERE for the installer. Note: Live technical support for Final Draft AV 2.5 has been discoBasic FunctionsFormatting5/31/2013 11:55:15 AM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1480If you choose Manual Activation for Final Draft 7 or AV2.5, you'll next see a screen with a Challenge Code.DO NOT CLOSE THIS SCREEN until you call ouActivating / Deactivating5/31/2013 11:54:40 AM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1496If you can't activate on Mac 10.4 or 10.3, the problem may be that the permissions for a particular folder are set incorrectly.Go to System PreferencActivating / Deactivating5/31/2013 11:54:11 AM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1497It may be your anti-virus or anti-spyware software blocking what it thinks is malware. Disable that program and then try installing, opening or actiInstallingActivating / Deactivating5/31/2013 11:53:48 AM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1497It may be your anti-virus or anti-spyware software blocking what it thinks is malware. Disable that program and then try installing, opening or actiInstallingActivating / Deactivating5/31/2013 11:53:48 AM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1650As you're saving the file as RTF, an RTF Options box will come up in which you can choose to export the detailed header and include the character namPagination5/31/2013 11:53:02 AM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=891No, Final Draft and AV2.5 must be installed onto the computer's hard drive. However, you can install the program on as many computers as you like; oProgram Management5/31/2013 11:52:31 AM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=3635Installing Final Draft -- Downloadable Version Installing Final Draft -- Box Version Getting Started Using and Creating Templates Customizing theGetting Help5/29/2013 1:56:00 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1293Pressing Enter / Return does not break a line as it does in regular word processors. Instead, it inserts a new paragraph, usually of a different typFormatting5/23/2013 7:35:44 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=29815Because a reader needs to be able to remember the script and previous drafts in order to best provide continuing feedback on a project, we require thScriptXpert5/23/2013 5:48:16 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=29809To uninstall the Mac App Store version of FD8, simply go to Macintosh HD > Applications and drag the Final Draft 8 application icon to the trash.Installing5/23/2013 3:28:35 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=29778NO. Pasting text from an outside source (screenwriting program, web page, word processor, etc.) into a Final Draft script inserts foreign code thatImporting / Exporting5/23/2013 2:55:45 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=867Yes. Place your cursor in the Scene Heading, go to Production > Omit Scene. This will place an Omitted notation onto the page. NProduction5/15/2013 11:55:23 AM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=599The Continue button will only become enabled when you enter a valid 8FD Customer Number. If you copy and paste the number in from somewhere else, youInstalling5/9/2013 12:05:14 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=85To clear the title page: Go to Document > Title Page;Select all the text with Apple (Command) + A on Mac and Control + A on Windows;Press the DeleBig Break5/7/2013 3:00:19 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=27245Simply email bigbreak@finaldraft.com with your name and submission number. We will remove the page from your file.Applies toBig BreakBig Break5/7/2013 2:59:00 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=87Entry fees: $40 - Early Bird Deadline – April 30, 2013 $50 - Standard Deadline – July 15, 2013 $65 - Extended Deadline – July 31, 2013 Dates reflecBig Break5/7/2013 2:57:56 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=80Suggested length for screenplays is approximately 80 to 120 pages and for teleplays it is approximately 25 to 70 pages. Entries over 150 pages WILLBig Break5/7/2013 12:53:11 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=449This is called Dual Dialogue.Type the character names and dialogues in normally.Place your cursor in the first character name. Choose Format > DuaFormatting5/3/2013 3:38:23 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=25528Yes, the Final Draft Writer for iPad works with external bluetooth keyboards. You can navigate your script using TAB and ENTER and type text just asFD Writer4/30/2013 2:13:55 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=29111If the program outputs as .FDX, yes. However, since it's not genuine Final Draft XML, it may not format or behave as expected.If the program outputsImporting / Exporting4/23/2013 2:09:21 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=24244No. the iPad's operating system cannot possibly run Final Draft v.8, which was engineered for Mac OS X 10.7 and 10.8. Also, the iPad has only a fracSystem Requirements / OSFD Writer4/15/2013 8:25:35 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=24244No. the iPad's operating system cannot possibly run Final Draft v.8, which was engineered for Mac OS X 10.7 and 10.8. Also, the iPad has only a fracSystem Requirements / OSFD Writer4/15/2013 8:25:35 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1972fd803W.zip fd803W.exe fd8031.pkg.zip fd803m.pkg.zip fd801mzip.zip fd713m.dmg fd713w.exe fd713w.zip fdav25w.exe fdav25w.zip fdav252m.dInstalling4/15/2013 8:18:33 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=28476Restart your computer and launch Final Draft 8 again. After the computer has been restarted Final Draft 8 should open with no problem.Basic FunctionsCrashes / Freezes4/4/2013 7:43:57 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=28476Restart your computer and launch Final Draft 8 again. After the computer has been restarted Final Draft 8 should open with no problem.Basic FunctionsCrashes / Freezes4/4/2013 7:43:57 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=614IMPORTANT NOTE: You must be logged in as Administrator to install Final Draft v.8. If you're not an Administrator, contact the person in your organizInstalling4/4/2013 7:39:38 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=27832Log on to https://www.identit-e.com/default/index/welcome/p/12. On the left side of the page you will see the button to open a live chat session witSales4/4/2013 7:27:14 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=519No. PDF (Portable Document Format) files are designed to be read-only and cannot be directly imported into Final Draft for editing. If you've receivImporting / ExportingPDF4/4/2013 7:12:08 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=519No. PDF (Portable Document Format) files are designed to be read-only and cannot be directly imported into Final Draft for editing. If you've receivImporting / ExportingPDF4/4/2013 7:12:08 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1315This information is for Mac only: Command+K toggles case and works in both directions. If you make something ALL CAPS with this combination, usingFormatting4/2/2013 8:34:57 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=325FDX is the XML file format native to Final Draft 8. FDX files cannot be opened by Final Draft 7 / 6 / 5 / 4, whose native file format is .FDR. HowFile Management4/2/2013 7:19:52 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=48The WRONG way: 1. Highlight your entire script; 2. Go to Format > Font and choose another font.If you do it this way, only the selected text willBasic Functions4/2/2013 5:47:55 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=18899No. All programs sold on the Mac App Store are for Mac computers only. This is stipulated in the App License Agreement link on the right side of tSalesSystem Requirements / OS4/2/2013 5:24:54 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=18899No. All programs sold on the Mac App Store are for Mac computers only. This is stipulated in the App License Agreement link on the right side of tSalesSystem Requirements / OS4/2/2013 5:24:54 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=2298Final Draft 8 defaults to only looking for newer FDX files. It doesn't know you want it to look for the older Final Draft file format, FDR. Open FinBasic FunctionsFile Management4/1/2013 12:58:27 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=2298Final Draft 8 defaults to only looking for newer FDX files. It doesn't know you want it to look for the older Final Draft file format, FDR. Open FinBasic FunctionsFile Management4/1/2013 12:58:27 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=2012Close Final Draft;Go to Start > Programs;Right-click on Final Draft 8;Choose Run As Administrator;Start Final Draft and you should be able to saveError MessagesPDF4/1/2013 12:52:22 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=2012Close Final Draft;Go to Start > Programs;Right-click on Final Draft 8;Choose Run As Administrator;Start Final Draft and you should be able to saveError MessagesPDF4/1/2013 12:52:22 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=383To rebuild your script: Go to File > Save As; Direct this window to save the file to the Desktop; Change the file name to something simple likFile Management3/29/2013 7:42:47 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=27995A possible cause is that the Courier Final Draft font is not being recognized by the operating system. Restart your computer and Final Draft shouldCrashes / Freezes3/22/2013 7:22:43 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=2202Note: If you are prompted at certain points to confirm thatyou want to continue, click Allow, Yes, OK, Continue or Next. Deactivate Final Draft: OpInstalling3/22/2013 3:09:15 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=27915You can use Courier Prime or other third-party fonts, but we don't recommend it. Setting a script in a different font almost always causes a changeFonts3/20/2013 7:15:13 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=658Since we've never formally tested any speech-to-text (dictation) programs, we can't endorse any of them. We have, however, gotten reports from usersMiscellaneous Tech3/19/2013 5:17:28 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=904Final Draft v.8: Go to Help > Customer Support.WINDOWS:As of October 10, 2011, the current version is 8.0.3 build 120.MACINTOSH:As of June 11, 20Program Management3/18/2013 7:56:10 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=23754Close Final Draft;Go to Start > Programs;Right-click on Final Draft 8;Choose Run As Administrator;Start Final Draft and you should now be able toPDF3/18/2013 1:13:34 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=100Final Draft v.7 is not supported on Mac OS X 10.8 (Mountain Lion) or 10.7 (Lion), it's too old. If you need to run Final Draft on a computer with onCrashes / Freezes3/15/2013 12:19:23 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=114Final Draft v.7 is not supported on Mac OS X 10.8 (Mountain Lion) or 10.7 (Lion), it's too old. If you need to run Final Draft on a computer with oCrashes / Freezes3/15/2013 12:16:44 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=118Final Draft 7 is not compatible with Mac OS X 10. 7 (Lion) or 10.8 (Mountain Lion). It is supported on 10.4.11 - 10.6.8.On 10.4.11 - 10.6.8, a commonCrashes / Freezes3/15/2013 11:44:24 AM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1007A consultant's job is to give you in-depth notes on your characters, plot and pacing and help you write a better screenplay over the course of severaScriptXpert3/13/2013 5:10:15 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1017You can use ScriptXpert at any time. In fact, we offer an Advice Before You Write service that you can use to flesh out outlines or plot summaries beScriptXpert3/13/2013 5:08:47 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1013Typical turnaround for a ScriptXpert coverage is two weeks, but when you need your coverage faster ScriptXpert will be there to meet your needs. ForScriptXpert3/13/2013 5:07:50 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=884According to the WGA west, the standard script revision color sets are: Unrevised Draft -- Production WhiteBlue RevisionPink RevisionYellow RevisionGProduction3/11/2013 3:53:51 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=12437This can occur when you are running an outdated version of Final Draft 8. The remedy is to download and install the current version, 8.0.3.1. It wilError Messages3/11/2013 3:02:49 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1101You need to change the printer driver settings to US letter WINDOWS:close Final Draft. Go to Start > Settings > Printers > Properties orSettings3/7/2013 7:21:57 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=545The way to get your Screenwriter 6 file is to save as or export your original file as a plain text file, then open the RTF file in Final Draft and leImporting / Exporting3/4/2013 3:53:47 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=21810The Writer does not have element settings. If you want to, for example, change the indents (margins) for all Scene Headings or the line spacing for DFD Writer2/28/2013 11:59:24 AM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=470Two blank lines above a Scene Heading or a Shot are now considered by some to be standard screenplay format. If you want to change this, go to FormatFormatting2/28/2013 11:56:56 AM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=564NOTE: If you'd like to see this answer with screenshots, click HERE. Scripts written in other programs (such as Word) can be opened in Final DraftImporting / Exporting2/27/2013 3:15:41 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=90Any rule-abiding writer whose screenplay or teleplay is not currently optioned.Applies toBig BreakBig Break2/27/2013 3:14:58 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1793So long as the submission is a PDF, you are able to submit your screenplay no matter what program you used to create it.Applies toBig BreakBig Break2/25/2013 5:38:55 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1790Spec scripts are judged both in the industry and in our contest on the merit of the story and the writing skills. As such, we cannot accept any supplBig Break2/25/2013 5:38:19 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1789Yes, you would simply have to inform us that the script was optioned or sold and we would remove it from the judging.Applies toBig BreakBig Break2/25/2013 5:37:12 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1786Any script that is currently NOT under option (or contract) is eligible to enter the contest. If a pre-existing option has expired, you are able to eBig Break2/25/2013 5:36:23 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=76Yes, you retain all rights until you choose to sell or option your screenplay and/or teleplay.Applies toBig BreakBig Break2/25/2013 5:33:38 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=74Yes, you may enter as many different scripts as you wish. Each script must be submitted as a separate entry.Applies toBig BreakBig Break2/25/2013 5:24:53 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=73Yes, you and up to three other writing partners will be credited as winners and will divide the prizes amongst yourselves with the exception of traveBig Break2/22/2013 3:44:38 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=764To remedy this: Open Final Draft and go to Help > Customer Support;Check to see which version you have. If you don't have Final Draft 7.1.3, clickPDF2/22/2013 3:34:30 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=27251We are not able to extended the deadline past July 31st. If we made this exception for one entrant it would not be fair to the rest of the entrants wBig Break2/22/2013 3:23:07 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=27250We have found that we cannot offer feedback and keep the cost of entry to the contest low. Additionally, entrants feel that if we offer the optionBig Break2/22/2013 3:21:03 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=27249We understand the request to read scripts that have won or placed in the Big Break Contest, but it would not be legally advisable for us to tell fiBig Break2/22/2013 3:19:14 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=27248Simply contact us at bigbreak@finaldraft.com with your name and submission numbers and we will delete your accidental entry from the system. If youBig Break2/22/2013 3:16:19 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=27246Regrettably, we can only accept online submissions for the Big Break Contest. Our system is completely run on digital files and a paper script cannotBig Break2/22/2013 3:13:15 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=27244Having songs in your script will not disqualify it from the contest. As a rule though, you should be aware that producers are very wary of getting inBig Break2/22/2013 3:10:07 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=27243Regrettably, we cannot make arrangements for scripts in two or three or more parts. Each entry must stand on its own. You may, however, enter the firBig Break2/22/2013 3:08:34 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=27242You can enter as many contests as you like and still be eligible for the Big Break Contest. The only thing that would make your script not eligibleBig Break2/22/2013 3:06:39 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=27241We cannot accept any updates to drafts after a script has been entered. We would have to offer that same option to everyone in order to run a fair coBig Break2/22/2013 3:02:39 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=84The Big Break is a rewards-based contest and offers cash, prizes and Hollywood meetings for the winner -- no feedback or coverage.If you would like tBig Break2/22/2013 2:56:36 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=82Yes, we accept entries from every nation and territory in the world. We've received submissions from Canada, the UK, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland,Big Break2/22/2013 2:55:53 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=79You will be notified by e-mail immediately after submitting your script that your entry has been received. If you have received a confirmation e-maBig Break2/22/2013 2:55:00 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=72The Big Break entry system has been streamlined for your convenience and by popular demand. As part of our dedication to conserving valuable naturalBig Break2/22/2013 2:50:04 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=69Yes, but the revised script will be counted as a new entry and must be submitted separately.Applies toBig BreakBig Break2/22/2013 2:49:16 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=89We accept Final Draft (.FDX, .FDR or .FDS) or Adobe Acrobat (.PDF) files.Applies toBig BreakBig Break2/22/2013 2:45:30 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1792Online, during the entry process, there is an option to pay with a credit card.Applies toBig BreakBig Break2/22/2013 2:44:50 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=78We're environmentally conscious and only accept digital scripts. We accept Final Draft (.FDX, .FDR or .FDS) or Adobe Acrobat (.PDF) files.Applies toBBig Break2/22/2013 2:44:04 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1791In order to enter, you must be able to grant the rights to the story you wrote to a producer, should he want to option the script. If you are in compBig Break2/22/2013 2:41:11 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1787We do accept adaptations of true stories, however, you must be sure that the people represented in the script have given you permission to use theirBig Break2/22/2013 2:38:26 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1784You may enter the contest, but the script must be written in English so that our readers can read it. If a script has other languages in it as part oBig Break2/22/2013 2:37:01 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=86The seven main feature genres for entries are: Action/Adventure - Films with strong action scenes, exotic locales, stories of adventure. CBig Break2/22/2013 2:36:19 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=77New for 2013, we are accepting hour-long and half-hour original and spec television scripts in addition to feature screenplays. We do not have a diviBig Break2/22/2013 2:21:26 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=75Who can enter?Can I submit a paper script?Which digital formats do you accept?How long should my screenplay be?Applies toBig BreakBig Break2/22/2013 2:20:05 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1782No, you do not have to use any Final Draft, Inc. products to enter the Big Break Contest. Complete information on eligibility can be found here: httpBig Break2/22/2013 2:18:59 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=91Our readers are professional script analysts who carefully evaluate each entry and sign confidentiality agreements to ensure that your work is protecBig Break2/22/2013 2:15:19 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1783Yes, the Big Break Contest does charge an entry fee to cover the costs of administration and reader fees. Entry fees: $40 - Early Bird Deadline – ABig Break2/22/2013 2:12:00 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1788We do accept adaptations, however, you must be sure that the novel is in the public domain. In order to enter, you must be able to grant the rights tBig Break2/22/2013 2:11:00 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1785We recommend that you register your script with the WGA and/or the U.S. Copyright Office. We do not require such registration for entry. We are awareBig Break2/22/2013 2:09:59 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=6015The Big Break Script Submission System uses several levels of anti-fraud protection. If you are receiving an error message regarding your billing addBig Break2/22/2013 2:09:12 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=88The quarter-finalists will be announced in late September via a Final Draft, Inc. email blast and listing on the Big Break website. Semifinalists, fiBig Break2/22/2013 2:05:58 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=70Yes, many entrants revise their scripts several times and re-enter. Some have gone on to become finalists after doing so.Applies toBig BreakBig Break2/22/2013 1:59:29 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=25175Note: If you are prompted at certain points to confirm that you want to continue, click Allow, Yes, OK, Continue or Next. Deactivate Final Draft: OInstalling2/13/2013 7:47:32 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=374Final Draft allows you to back up your file two ways. Go to File > Backup. This command saves a copy of your document with today's date. You canFile Management2/13/2013 7:25:00 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=279Final Draft's Format Assistant feature (Tools > Format Assistant) scans your script for formatting errors. Please consult the Final Draft manual iFeatures2/13/2013 7:22:46 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=24983The most common cause of a crash in the Reader app is that the file it's displaying was not created or last edited on Final Draft v.8 or the Final DrCrashes / FreezesFD Reader2/12/2013 3:00:46 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=24983The most common cause of a crash in the Reader app is that the file it's displaying was not created or last edited on Final Draft v.8 or the Final DrCrashes / FreezesFD Reader2/12/2013 3:00:46 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=24165Yes, both apps run on the Mini as well as they do on the regular iPad.FD ReaderFD Writer2/12/2013 3:00:25 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=24165Yes, both apps run on the Mini as well as they do on the regular iPad.FD ReaderFD Writer2/12/2013 3:00:25 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=14873The Final Draft Reader is available only though the App Store.SalesFD Reader2/12/2013 2:59:11 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=14873The Final Draft Reader is available only though the App Store.SalesFD Reader2/12/2013 2:59:11 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=14794The Final Draft Reader app for iPad / iPhone is exactly that, a reader, intended for executives, agents, managers, production personnel or anyone whoSalesFD Reader2/12/2013 2:58:37 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=14794The Final Draft Reader app for iPad / iPhone is exactly that, a reader, intended for executives, agents, managers, production personnel or anyone whoSalesFD Reader2/12/2013 2:58:37 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=23488The Reader view displays your script without accurate line breaksbut accurate pagination (consistent with Final Draft v.8 for thedesktop); Page viewFD Reader2/12/2013 2:58:14 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=23311In Reader view: Touch the Tools icon and choose Font Size; Touch the smaller A or larger A and the font size will scale accordingly. The range is 6FD Reader2/12/2013 2:57:30 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=13813In Portrait mode, you can double-tap the center of the page for a small enlargement. The page cannot be scaled any larger or the ability to flip throFD Reader2/12/2013 2:57:01 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=13806Be sure that you're trying to open an FDX file and not an FDR file (FDR is the file format used by older versions of Final Draft). The Final Draft ReFD Reader2/12/2013 2:56:42 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=14142The Final Draft Reader app does not currently support opening Omitted Scenes. It may have this feature in a future iteration.FD Reader2/12/2013 2:56:24 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=13820Final Draft ScriptNotes created in v.8 will automatically appear in the script when it's opened in the Final Draft Reader app.To open a ScriptNote, sFD Reader2/12/2013 2:55:58 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=23310In Reader view: Touch the screen once to bring up the program controls bar at the top; Touch the blue plus sign at the upper right; Touch the bluFD Reader2/12/2013 2:55:38 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=13815If the program controls are not visible, touch the screen anywhere to toggle them on;In the top right of the menu, touch the magnifying glass icon;ThFD Reader2/12/2013 2:55:19 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=13812If the program controls are not visible, toggle them on by touching the screen anywhere;Touch the Export button at the upper right;Touch Email ScriptFD Reader2/12/2013 2:54:59 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=23604If the program controls are not visible, touch the screen anywhwere to toggle them on. In the top right of the menu, touch the Tools icon; Choode FFD Reader2/12/2013 2:54:39 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=236031. Touch the screen anywhere to bring up the Tools icon at the upper right;2. Touch the Tools icon and choose Share and Print;3. Choose Email ScripFD Reader2/12/2013 2:54:20 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=236021. Touch the screen anywhere to bring up the Tools icon at the upper right;2. Touch the Tools icon and choose Share and Print;3. Choose Print andFD Reader2/12/2013 2:54:02 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=13818In the iPad Reader Script list, touch Settings and toggle Revised Page Colors on or off.FD Reader2/12/2013 2:53:00 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=13817Touch the Edit button at the top right;At the far right on each row is an icon consisting of three grey lines; choose a script you want to move, toucFD Reader2/12/2013 2:52:39 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=13816Swipe the row on which the unwanted script is held and the Delete button will appear on the right. Touch the Delete button and the script will be remFD Reader2/12/2013 2:52:17 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=13808In the Script list, touch Settings and select the correct paper size.If this doesn't help, open the file in FD8, press the spacebar and then press thFD Reader2/12/2013 2:51:52 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=23308Reader view is optimized for reading on your iPhone -- it displays your script with varied line breaks but the page breaks are accurate; that is, theFD Reader2/12/2013 2:51:29 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=13801Through email:Open the iPad or iPhone Mail program;Touch the email with the script attached;Touch the script icon;Touch Open in FD Reader.You can getFD Reader2/12/2013 2:51:11 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=13819Yes, the app supports wireless Airprinting. You will need an Airprint-enabled printer.The Print Command is at the top right of the screen; touch theFD Reader2/12/2013 2:50:51 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=13805The remedy is to open the file in FD8, press the spacebar and then press the backspace key. Save the file and send it back to the device. All blocksFD Reader2/12/2013 2:50:32 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=13804The remedy is to open the file in FD8, press the spacebar and then press the backspace key. Save the file and send it back to the iPad. You should noFD Reader2/12/2013 2:50:12 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=14877Unfortunately, this file format is going on 15 years old and is not supported by the Final Draft Reader. This application can only read .FDX files.FD Reader2/12/2013 2:49:46 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=13802I open a script in the Final Draft Reader app for iPad / iPhone but it just draws a black box.The remedy is to open the file in FD8, press the spacebFD Reader2/12/2013 2:49:25 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=13803The remedy is to open the file in FD8, press the spacebar and then press the backspace key. Save the file and send it back to the iPad. All blocks ofFD Reader2/12/2013 2:49:07 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=14875Only the Final Draft Reader for iPad / iPhone is able to match completely the output generated by the desktop version of Final Draft -- every page brFD Reader2/12/2013 2:48:46 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=13810If the iPad is in Portrait (vertical) orientation:1. Swipe the page from side to side and the page will turn;2. Touch the left or right edge of the sFD Reader2/12/2013 2:48:24 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=23312The header is not supported in this view. If you need to see the page header, switch to Page view by touching the screen to bring up the menu bar, tFD Reader2/12/2013 2:48:02 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=23313Yes, simply log in to your App Store account from your iPhone and install it.FD Reader2/12/2013 2:47:42 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=23314Yes, in both Reader view and Page view, the pagination is preserved. The amount of content on a given page, its line breaks, page count, locked pageFD Reader2/12/2013 2:47:12 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=23315The only file type the Reader app can open is FDX, the format used by Final Draft v.8. It does not open FDR, RTF, DOC, TXT, HTML or PDF files.Some oFD Reader2/12/2013 2:46:39 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=24535Yes. At the upper right of the screen, touch the Export button, then touch PDF.Choose the delivery method:PDFFD Writer2/12/2013 2:44:25 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=24535Yes. At the upper right of the screen, touch the Export button, then touch PDF.Choose the delivery method:PDFFD Writer2/12/2013 2:44:25 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=21809This is a known issue. If you need to copy ScriptNotes from one script to another, you can do so in v.8.FD Writer2/12/2013 2:43:57 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=21804To create and send a report, touch the Export icon at the upper right and touch Email Reports. Choose the report you want from the list and it willFD Writer2/12/2013 2:43:37 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=22461The only file type the Writer app can open is FDX, the format used by Final Draft v.8. It does not open FDR (Final Draft v. 7 / 6 / 5), RTF, DOC,FD Writer2/12/2013 2:43:18 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=22881If this menu doesn't appear, it's probable that the script you're trying to open is not an FDX (Final Draft v.8) file. Double-check to see if you'reFD Writer2/12/2013 2:42:47 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=22384FD Writer2/12/2013 2:42:06 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=22389No, this function is controlled by the iPad's operating system and not by the Writer app.FD Writer2/12/2013 2:41:06 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=21808Saving is not done by the Writer app but by the iPad's operating system; it's automatic and time-based. If you’re not sure if you want to keep what yFD Writer2/12/2013 2:40:31 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=26667First and most important. use email, Dropbox or iTunes to send copies of all of your scripts to another device or computer.When you remove the FinalInstallingFD Writer2/12/2013 2:39:12 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=26667First and most important. use email, Dropbox or iTunes to send copies of all of your scripts to another device or computer.When you remove the FinalInstallingFD Writer2/12/2013 2:39:12 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=22619The most common cause of a crash is that the file was not created or last edited on Final Draft v.8 or the Final Draft Writer. Some other screenwritCrashes / FreezesFD Writer2/12/2013 2:38:46 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=22619The most common cause of a crash is that the file was not created or last edited on Final Draft v.8 or the Final Draft Writer. Some other screenwritCrashes / FreezesFD Writer2/12/2013 2:38:46 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=21812No. These old versions of Final Draft use the .FDR file format, which is over 15 years old. The Writer and the Reader can only open .FDX files, whicFD Writer2/12/2013 2:37:44 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=21773When you launch the Writer application, you will see your list of scripts. Slide one to the right and you'll see three icons (Delete, Rename, DuplicFD Writer2/12/2013 2:37:16 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=21813This is not a freeze, it’s the result of the iPad not being able to process a heavy file quickly. The program will return to functionality once the eFD Writer2/12/2013 2:36:39 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=21814At this time, the Writer has 10 levels of undo. This has to do with the limited system resources available on an iPad. V.8 has 20 levels of Undo, sFD Writer2/12/2013 2:36:18 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=21816There is no ruler in the Writer at this time. We may build one in down the road.FD Writer2/12/2013 2:35:58 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=21973This is a known issue that should be taken care of in an upcoming update.FD Writer2/12/2013 2:35:32 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=22390Yes. You can send FDX files from the iPad Writer to Final Draft v.8 for Windows and vice versa without any problems.SalesFD Writer2/12/2013 2:34:52 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=22390Yes. You can send FDX files from the iPad Writer to Final Draft v.8 for Windows and vice versa without any problems.SalesFD Writer2/12/2013 2:34:52 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=21975Go to Tools and touch Title Page;Touch the page and hold for a moment, then release. A menu bar will be displayed: From the Insert menu, choose PageFD Writer2/12/2013 2:34:21 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=21806Go to the Scripts List page (if you’re already in a script, touch the left-pointing arrow at the upper left) and touch the App Settings icon. ToggleFD Writer2/12/2013 2:33:24 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=21799Press Return (if necessary) to place the cursor on a new blank line.Touch the Scene Heading icon... ...and the grid will be displayed;Touch the SceneFD Writer2/12/2013 2:33:02 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=21774Touch the Tools icon at the upper right and touch Revisions. Here you can toggle Revision mode on and off, show or hide the active revision set, vieFD Writer2/12/2013 2:32:39 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=21772To reformat a block of text that’s in the wrong element -- in this example dialogue is formatted as a parenthetical -- simply touch the misformattedFD Writer2/12/2013 2:32:11 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=21770To apply a style (bold, italic, underscore) to a word or a block of text, highlight it and touch the Styles icon at the lower right. Choose the styleFD Writer2/12/2013 2:31:48 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=21451No. The App Store does not provide an upgrade path for any of the programs they sell.SalesFD Writer2/12/2013 2:30:46 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=21451No. The App Store does not provide an upgrade path for any of the programs they sell.SalesFD Writer2/12/2013 2:30:46 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=21819Turning the spellcheck off can help. Go to the Scripts List page (if you’re already in a script, touch the left-pointing arrow at the upper left) anFD Writer2/12/2013 2:22:03 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=21811No, the Writer only exports as PDF, not as any other format. If you need to save a file as some other format, you can do so in v.8.If you have a colFD Writer2/12/2013 2:13:55 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=23030If you’ve updated to iOS 6, your italic (Courier Final Draft) text may not look the way it should. If you have any italic text in your script, it maFD ReaderFD Writer2/12/2013 2:12:32 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=23030If you’ve updated to iOS 6, your italic (Courier Final Draft) text may not look the way it should. If you have any italic text in your script, it maFD ReaderFD Writer2/12/2013 2:12:32 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1628Windows Download the free installer HERE. Windows 8: Open Final Draft and go to Help > Deactivate > Online Deactivation. Click through untUpdating-Upgrading2/7/2013 3:35:11 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=47To save a script as a template so you don't have to reconfigure a new blank script every time:Go to File > Save As and give the file a different nBasic Functions2/7/2013 3:26:00 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=285Open one of your drafts. Go to Tools > ScriptCompare. An Open dialogue window will open, which will allow you to find and open the second script.Features2/1/2013 3:23:38 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1740Click on the Windows or Mac file icon to begin the download. It should automatically save to your Downloads folder. If you are prompted to Run / OpeInstallation Media1/30/2013 3:39:28 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=881This is a production feature that locks the text on a particular page so that any revisions or deletions of text don't affect the numbering of any otProduction1/29/2013 8:25:48 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=15738This is a known issue that will be addressed in an upcoming release of Final Draft.In the meantime, the workaround is to copy and paste the contentsCrashes / Freezes1/29/2013 11:40:29 AM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=26180Esto puede ocurrir cuando usted está usando una versión no actualizada de Final Draft 8. La soluciónis bajar e instalar la versión del programa queEspañol1/22/2013 1:23:16 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1633Final Draft v.8 has a highlighting tool that can be used to add a colored background to selected text.If it's not there, add the Highlighter button tFeatures1/17/2013 2:44:32 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=26070This issue is caused by selecting text in multiple elements (one of which should be in all caps), going to Format > Set Font, unchecking the All CFormatting1/16/2013 7:00:05 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1532NOTE: If you'd like to see this answer without screenshots, click HERE. Scripts written in other programs (such as Word) can be opened in Final DrafImporting / Exporting1/16/2013 6:09:20 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1309If you use Final Draft or AV for Windows, click HERE for instructions on inserting accent marks or symbols into a script. If you use Final Draft orUsing the Program1/14/2013 12:55:01 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1310If you use Final Draft or AV for Windows, click HERE for instructions on inserting accent marks or symbols into a script. If you use Final Draft orUsing the Program1/14/2013 12:54:07 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1287Users of Final Draft on Windows should use the Windows Character Map. Go to Start > Search (Windows 8 / 7 / Vista) or Start > Run (XP / ME / 98Using the Program1/14/2013 12:41:11 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1284Users of OS X 10.8 (Mountain Lion) and 10.7 (Lion) should click on the Desktop so that it says Finder in the upper left hand corner of the screen, thUsing the Program1/14/2013 12:39:39 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=413If you do not see the character you need in this table, unfortunately you will not be able to use it in Final Draft. There may also, depending on yFonts1/14/2013 12:26:54 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1491If you need to deactivate Final Draft v.8 manually, open the program and go to Help > Deactivate > Manual Deactivation. Click through the screeActivating / Deactivating1/11/2013 6:27:12 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1178These tables display the last or current version of Final Draft v.8 / 7 and the version you should be running depending on your operating system.FINASystem Requirements / OS1/11/2013 3:20:09 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1159Windows: Right-click on the Computer icon or the My Computer icon that's on your Desktop or in the Start menu;Left-click on Properties (at the bottomSystem Requirements / OS1/11/2013 3:12:35 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1533Deactivate Final Draft: Open the program and goto Help > Deactivate and choose Online Deactivation; if the computer doesn't have internet access,Installing1/11/2013 2:07:48 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=23752Yes. Based on our testing, there are no issues running Final Draft 8 on Windows 8.IMPORTANT: Before you upgrade to Windows 8, you will need to deactSystem Requirements / OS1/2/2013 3:12:02 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1049Header labels are used to place the act / scene numbers at the top of each page.1. Go to Document > Header and Footer. This brings up the Header eSettings12/13/2012 7:46:00 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=271Yes. You can have as many title, character, cast, biography, summary, quote, introduction, breakdown, location or whatever pages as you need. They wiFeatures12/12/2012 2:47:14 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=971Beware of purchasing Final Draft on eBay, Amazon Marketplace, Craigslist or other auction or classifieds websites. If the price for a "new" box, an uSales12/3/2012 8:04:06 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=24982Unfortunately not. A Chromebook doesn't run a current or recent Mac or MS Windows operating system, which is what Final Draft v.8 requires.System Requirements / OS12/3/2012 12:21:25 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=24252What kinds of discounts do you offer for Final Draft v.8?Do I need to have an earlier version of Final Draft on my computer to install the v.8 upgradSales11/15/2012 6:21:58 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=665Mac: Go to the Final Draft folder and Control-click or right-click the green Final Draft icon to bring up the menu.Choose Make Alias. This will creatMiscellaneous Tech11/15/2012 5:29:59 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=24500This could be a number of things, but it's most likely that Final Draft is already open but not visible.Hold down the Command key (next to the SpacebBasic Functions11/14/2012 6:40:50 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=395If you can't open Final Draft to copy the path to the Backup folder, you can access it this way:Windows 8 / 7 / Vista:Click the Start button and in tFile Management11/13/2012 5:50:24 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=354Windows -- Host's Computer Connected Directly to a Modem:1. If the firewall is ON (Windows' default setting):A. Open the port in the firewall: WindFeatures11/13/2012 3:03:56 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=3183No, Tagger 1 was designed to run on Windows XP. Windows 8 / 7 / Vista did not exist when Tagger 1 was engineered and is not supported on these operTagger11/13/2012 2:59:23 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1668Final Draft v.6 was released in February 2002, long before the existence of Windows 8 / 7 and Mac OS X 10.8 / 7. It was not designed for these operatGetting Help11/13/2012 2:58:35 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=172Due to antivirus and security functions implemented by many internet service providers (ISPs) and web-based email programs, you may find that the ISPEmail11/13/2012 2:57:15 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1213In Tagger on Windows 8 / 7 / Vista, only the top half of the I-Beam cursor is sensitive -- that is, if the I-Beam cursor is positioned too high on thTagger11/13/2012 2:55:42 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=763Final Draft v.7 cannot export as PDF in Windows 8 / 7 or 64-bit Vista.This solution applies to 32-bit Vista computers.Open Final Draft and go to HelpPDF11/13/2012 2:54:40 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=749It's most likely that your printer driver has somehow been changed to a different page orientation or size. It's Letter in the US and other countriesPagination11/13/2012 2:52:04 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=5328Macintosh Open Macintosh HD > Library > Fonts and Control+click on Courier Final Draft, then choose Get Info. If it is something other than VerFonts11/13/2012 2:51:07 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1685MacintoshAbra el disco duro de su Macintosh > Library > Fonts and Control > haga click on Courier Final Draft para obtener información a cerEspañol11/13/2012 2:49:58 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1044To change the location of the backup folder on Windows, first use Windows Explorer to create the folder you want to use. In this example we will creaSettings11/12/2012 7:55:54 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=3872If you have v.7 or 6 installed on your Windows computer and you install v.8.0.1, after v.8.0.1 is installed v.8 files will erroneously be associatedError Messages11/12/2012 6:42:40 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1681Los usuarios de Final Draft en Windows deben de usar el Mapa de Caracteres de Windows.Seleccione en la Barra de Tareas: Inicio > Buscar (Windows 8Español11/12/2012 6:34:55 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=401Whenever you save or the auto-save saves your script, Final Draft makes an additional date- and time-stamped copy and places it in another folder forFile Management11/12/2012 6:32:48 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=402Whenever you save or the auto-save saves your script, Final Draft makes an additional date- and time-stamped copy and places it in another folder forFile Management11/12/2012 6:22:29 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1676Requisitos del SistemaRequisitos del Sistema de Windows®:Microsoft® Windows 8 / 7 / Vista / XPProcesador Intel Pentium III ó una versión más corrientEspañol11/12/2012 6:21:04 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=170The issue is not that Final Draft is incompatible with Hotmail, Yahoo!, etc. The issue is with Hotmail (or any free web-based e-mail like Yahoo, etc.Email11/12/2012 6:20:22 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1976Go to Start > Settings > Control Panel > Add/Remove Programs (Windows 7 / Vista users: Control Panel > Programs > Uninstall a Program;Installing11/12/2012 6:18:18 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=161On Windows 8 / 7 / Vista / XP, right-click on the file and choose Send To > Compressed (Zipped) Folder. You will see a compressed copy of the fileEmail11/12/2012 6:16:28 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=595After you have downloaded the compressed file, double-click it to uncompress it. You should see the template icon(s).Windows:Open these folders:My CoInstalling11/12/2012 3:09:54 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=596Windows:After you have downloaded the compressed file, double-click it to uncompress it. You should see the template icon(s).Open these folders:My CoInstalling11/12/2012 3:07:59 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=12273MacintoshLas siguientes instrucciones sólo application a las versiones 8.0.0-8.0.2 de Final Draft.Abra el disco duro de su Macintosh > Library &gtEspañol11/9/2012 5:34:56 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1675Abra el programa y seleccione “Help” > “Deactivate”. Si tiene conexión al Internet escoja “Online Deactivation”. El programa se conectará con nueEspañol11/9/2012 5:33:52 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1174Windows Windows 7 / 32-bit Vista / XPPentium or better processor128MB RAM35MB of available hard drive spaceNOTE: Final Draft v.7 is NOT supported onSystem Requirements / OS11/9/2012 5:32:08 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=37First, since this action can't be undone via Edit > Undo, it's best to work on a test copy of your script. Go to File > Save As and give the scBasic Functions11/9/2012 5:31:14 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=24253Studio/ Production - Final Draft software is designed for and used by industry professionals. If you are an industry professional, you may qualify fSales11/9/2012 12:24:51 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=967There is no difference in the program; the only difference is the method by which you install it on your computer. You're free to burn the downloadedSales11/7/2012 5:55:32 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=933You can install Final Draft v.8 on as many computers as you want. Two of these can be activated at a given time. You can activate two Macs, two PCsProgram Management11/7/2012 3:20:26 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1177Windows® System Requirements:Microsoft® Windows 8, 7, Vista or Windows XPIntel Pentium III processor or laterMinimum 512 MB of RAM50MB available hardSystem Requirements / OS11/5/2012 2:04:44 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=2892Windows:fd803W.zipMacintosh:If you have Mac OS X 10.8 / 7 / 10.6.8: fd8031pkg.zip If you have Mac OS X 10.6 through 10.4.11: fd801mzip.zipSales11/5/2012 1:03:25 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=2036This service is every bit as safe as phone, email or chat support. You will see everything we do at all times -- every mouse-click and every keystrokGetting Help10/30/2012 6:28:30 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=13363Click HERE to download this Final Draft (.fdx) file; open it in Final Draft and you'll see simple instructions on how to begin writing a script.Basic Functions10/30/2012 6:26:50 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=12829For Windows:Tagger2113W.zipFor Macintosh:Tagger2113M.zipProductionTagger10/30/2012 6:25:39 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=12829For Windows:Tagger2113W.zipFor Macintosh:Tagger2113M.zipProductionTagger10/30/2012 6:25:39 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1695There is a defect in some Xerox printer drivers for Mac which can prevent Final Draft from printing a particular script: These drivers do not supportCrashes / FreezesError MessagesPrinting10/30/2012 6:19:29 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1695There is a defect in some Xerox printer drivers for Mac which can prevent Final Draft from printing a particular script: These drivers do not supportCrashes / FreezesError MessagesPrinting10/30/2012 6:19:29 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1695There is a defect in some Xerox printer drivers for Mac which can prevent Final Draft from printing a particular script: These drivers do not supportCrashes / FreezesError MessagesPrinting10/30/2012 6:19:29 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1684Final Draft importará los siguientes formatos de archivo: Text (o ASCII Text) RTF FCF (a veces llamado Final Draft tabbed) de Final Draft AVy oEspañol10/30/2012 6:18:54 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1677Abra la página de titulo haciendo clic en el ícono de “Title Page” en la barra de herramientas ó escoja “Document” > “Title Page.” Reemplace el teEspañol10/30/2012 6:16:07 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1669¿Cuántas activaciones tengo?¿Como se puede activar Final Draft v.8?¿Como se peude deactivar Final Draft v.8?Requisítos del Sistema para la versión 8.Español10/30/2012 6:13:36 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1493We don't issue response codes via e-mail because the Challenge Code expires as soon as it's removed from your screen and we can never be sure that thActivating / Deactivating10/30/2012 6:12:32 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=936You can install Final Draft v.8 on as many computers as you want. Two of these can be activated at a given time.If you have more than two computers oProgram Management10/30/2012 6:11:17 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=934You can install Final Draft 7 on as many computers as you want.The standard retail package comes with two activations; if you have more than two compProgram Management10/30/2012 6:10:40 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=506The Final Draft v.8 Readme file, which details known issues new to version 8 and resolved issues from previous versions, is available in PDF format HGetting Help10/30/2012 6:09:38 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=12274MacintoshLas siguientes instrucciones sólo application a las versiones 8.0.0-8.0.2 de Final Draft.Abra el disco duro de su Macintosh > Library &gtEspañol10/30/2012 6:09:06 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=836First, check the print window to make sure nothing has been checked that shouldn't be. For example, if you check Print Revised Pages Only and you arePrinting10/30/2012 6:08:04 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1686Final Draft importará los siguientes formatos de archivo: Text (o ASCII Text) RTF FCF (a veces llamado Final Draft tabbed) de Final Draft AV y otrasEspañol10/30/2012 6:07:15 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=900While you must activate Final Draft v.8, you are not required to register your customer number. Activation is a simple procedure that can be done onlProgram Management10/30/2012 6:06:22 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=376Whenever you save or the auto-save saves your script, Final Draft makes an additional date- and time-stamped copy and places it in another folder forFile Management10/30/2012 5:59:11 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=236Final Draft v.7 is not supported on Mac OS X 10.8 (Mountain Lion) or 10.7 (Lion), it's too old. If you need to run Final Draft on a computer with oError Messages10/30/2012 5:48:38 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=240Final Draft v.7 is not supported on Mac OS X 10.8 (Mountain Lion) or 10.7 (Lion), it's too old. If you need to run Final Draft on a computer with onError Messages10/30/2012 5:47:14 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=234Final Draft v.7 is not supported on Mac OS X 10.8 (Mountain Lion) or 10.7 (Lion), it's too old. If you need to run Final Draft on a computer with onError Messages10/30/2012 5:46:44 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=111Final Draft v.7 is not supported on Mac OS X 10.8 (Mountain Lion) or 10.7 (Lion), it's too old. If you need to run Final Draft on a computer with oCrashes / Freezes10/30/2012 5:43:35 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=99Final Draft v.7 is not supported on Mac OS X 10.8 (Mountain Lion) or 10.7 (Lion), it's too old. If you need to run Final Draft on a computer with onCrashes / Freezes10/30/2012 5:42:25 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=669In Final Draft, go to File > Register Script and if your computer has an internet connection, you will be taken to a page on our website with a liMiscellaneous Tech10/30/2012 5:41:48 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=24001Not at this time. Windows 8 RT devices can only run applications that have been downloaded from the Windows App Store, and the Final Draft v.8 instalSystem Requirements / OS10/29/2012 6:39:10 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=23753Final Draft v.7 cannot save as PDF on a Windows 8 computer. It is NOT supported on this operating system. You can activate it but you if continue uPDFSystem Requirements / OS10/29/2012 6:35:29 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=23753Final Draft v.7 cannot save as PDF on a Windows 8 computer. It is NOT supported on this operating system. You can activate it but you if continue uPDFSystem Requirements / OS10/29/2012 6:35:29 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=223Our programmers are working on determining the cause of this error message. It appears to be more a Mac OS X 10.3.9 problem than a Final Draft probleError Messages10/25/2012 5:48:19 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=124This is a known issue that was resolved in Final Draft v.8. Information on upgrading is HERE. The problem occurs if The SmartType item (such asCrashes / Freezes10/25/2012 5:35:46 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=23859At this time, Final Draft is compatible only with Windows operating systems for desktop computers. We are evaluating the RT environment to determineSystem Requirements / OS10/25/2012 12:04:38 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1632Based on our testing so far, there are no issues running v.8 on Windows 7.IMPORTANT: Before you upgrade to Windows 7, you will need to deactivate youSystem Requirements / OS10/22/2012 6:30:08 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=23708Double-check to make sure that the script is an FDX file, created or last saved in Final Draft v.8. The Writer and the Reader apps are not able to oFD ReaderFD Writer10/19/2012 6:19:34 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=23708Double-check to make sure that the script is an FDX file, created or last saved in Final Draft v.8. The Writer and the Reader apps are not able to oFD ReaderFD Writer10/19/2012 6:19:34 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=781This is set in the Print dialog. Go to File > Print and (if necessary) expand the Print window by clicking Show Details (Mountain Lion) or the doPrinting10/17/2012 6:05:47 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=381To rebuild your script:1. Go to File > Save As; 2. Change the file name to something simple like bob; 3. Direct this window to save the fileFile Management10/17/2012 6:02:59 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1680Los usuarios de OS X 10.4 y 10.5 pueden usar la Paleta de Caracteres – hacer clic AQUÍ para obtener instrucciones de Apple. [Tomar nota de que FinalEspañol10/17/2012 5:48:57 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1679Guiones escritos con otros programas (como MS Word) pueden abrirse en Final Draft tomando pocos pasos.Primero, abra el guión con el programa con el qEspañol10/17/2012 5:47:59 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1678La primera página de titulo forma parte de su guión. Abra la primera página de titulo (DOCUMENT > TITLE PAGE) y escriba a máquina su información sEspañol10/17/2012 5:46:26 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=754Users of v.8 can save any report or text document as a PDF by going to File > Save As PDF. NOTE: If you have v.8.0.0, you must update Final DraftPDF10/17/2012 5:42:28 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=784Users of v.8 can choose a scene or scenes to print. If you have v.8.0.0, you must update to get this feature. The free 8.0.3 (Windows), 8.0.3.1 (MacPrinting10/17/2012 5:37:45 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=797Go to Tools > Reports and choose ScriptNote™ Report. This will create an editable, savable file containing all the ScriptNotes in the script. FinaFeaturesPrinting10/17/2012 5:37:03 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=797Go to Tools > Reports and choose ScriptNote™ Report. This will create an editable, savable file containing all the ScriptNotes in the script. FinaFeaturesPrinting10/17/2012 5:37:03 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1487If you choose Manual Activation for Final Draft 7 or AV2.5, you'll see a screen with a 6-digit Challenge Code.>>>> DO NOT CLOSE THIS SCREActivating / Deactivating10/17/2012 5:34:07 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=46To save a script as a template so you don't have to reconfigure a new blank script every time: Go to File > Save As and give the file a differentBasic Functions10/17/2012 5:33:12 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1083Final Draft is set so that if the last sentence on a page (action or dialogue) will be separated by the page break, it will instead begin that sentenSettings10/17/2012 5:29:41 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=11560Yes. On Windows you can expand the Final Draft program window so that it spans both (or more) monitors. Open the two (or more) scripts you want and gBasic Functions10/17/2012 5:28:42 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=18445This issue has been eliminated with the release of v.8.0.3.1. The full installer is available for free HERE.Error MessagesInstalling10/17/2012 4:03:28 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=18445This issue has been eliminated with the release of v.8.0.3.1. The full installer is available for free HERE.Error MessagesInstalling10/17/2012 4:03:28 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=21771To change the casing of a word or a block of text, highlight it and touch the styles icon at the lower right. Touch the Toggle Case icon and it willFD Writer10/17/2012 4:02:48 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=21798To update your SmartType list and remove non-working characters and locations, touch the Tools icon at the upper right and touch SmartType > RebuiFD Writer10/17/2012 4:02:15 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=21801Touch the Tools icons at the upper right and touch Find & Replace.Touch the Settings icon at the upper left and choose Find & Replace mode.AtFD Writer10/17/2012 4:01:44 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=21803Touch the Tools icons at the upper right and touch Find & Replace. Touch the Settings icon at the upper left and choose Find Revisions.Touch theFD Writer10/17/2012 4:00:48 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=21815Touch the Tools icons at the upper right and touch Title Page. Touch the screen to display the keyboard and you can add what you need. Press Done whFD Writer10/17/2012 3:59:14 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=21807-- Tab -- Scene Heading -- Action -- Character -- Parenthetical -- Dialogue -- Transition -- More Elements -- Styles -- Mark / Clear Revised (only viFD Writer10/17/2012 3:58:27 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=11906IMPORTANT NOTE: You must be logged in as Administrator to install Final Draft v.8.0.3.1. If you are not an Administrator, contact the person in yourInstalling10/17/2012 3:54:24 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=15857Pages does not export plain text files, it exports Unicode text files, which Final Draft has difficulty interpreting.The workaround is to export theImporting / Exporting10/17/2012 3:53:10 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=20624Final Draft v.8 will run without any issues.However, some parts of the UI (such as toolbar images, background images, etc.) may appear pixelated. WeSystem Requirements / OS10/17/2012 3:48:43 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=265Yes. Go to Tools > Reports > Statistics Report. This will give you an editable, savable report that includes a total word count in addition toFeatures10/17/2012 3:47:36 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1674Final Draft v.8 tiene un sistema optimizado que le permite activar rápidamente el programa en su computadora por medio de una conexión en línea ó usaEspañol10/17/2012 3:46:12 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1488If Final Draft is not activated when you open it, you'll be prompted to activate; choose Activate Now. If your computer does not have internet accessActivating / Deactivating10/17/2012 3:44:40 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=10654This is a known issue that was eliminated in v.8. If you do not plan to ugrade to v.8, do not try to manually edit the automatically-generated SceneCrashes / Freezes10/17/2012 3:43:51 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1482Final Draft v.8 has a streamlined system that enables you to activate your computer quickly via the web or by using our free live phone service.WhenActivating / Deactivating10/17/2012 3:43:08 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=761First, make sure you have the current version of Final Draft 8. In the program, click on the File menu and if you don't have Save as PDF as a menu itPDF10/17/2012 3:40:52 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=428Yes. With your file open, go to Format > Elements. Click Apply a Template. On Mac you will get a list of various formats. Select the format you waFormatting10/17/2012 3:26:21 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=44Final Draft files do not present the title page as the first page of the script. The user must click on the Title Page icon in the Toolbar or chooseBasic Functions10/17/2012 3:25:07 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=10136IMPORTANT NOTE: You must be logged in as Administrator to install Final Draft v.8.0.3.1. If you are not an Administrator, contact the person in yourInstalling10/17/2012 3:19:54 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=552If you import a script from another program and you find that, for example, you have scene headings that are formatted as action or character names tImporting / Exporting10/17/2012 3:16:32 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=757Go to File > Save As PDF and check or clear the Include Title Page checkbox.If you are using a filtered PDF export (under File > Print), checkPDF10/17/2012 3:13:22 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=798To print out a character list, go to Tools > Reports > Cast Report.Some options for the report:This will give you an editable, savable, printabPrinting10/17/2012 3:00:41 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=328Format Assistant is used to check the script for formatting errors.Final Draft is designed to automatically format a script correctly. But because foFeatures10/17/2012 2:56:16 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=613IMPORTANT NOTE: You must be logged in as Administrator to install Final Draft v.8. If you are not an Administrator, contact the person in your organiInstalling10/9/2012 5:14:21 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1125Final Draft v.8 includes your choice of one of the following free foreign-language spell-checks when you install: CatalanDanish*Dutch*English (BritisSpellcheck10/8/2012 1:14:35 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=800On Windows, go to File > Print and choose from the Character Sides dropdown menu the character you want. Click OK.On Mac, go to File > Print aPrinting10/4/2012 3:07:38 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=782This is set in the print dialogue window. Go to File > Print. On Windows, check the Print Backwards box on the right. On Mac, (if necessary) ePrinting10/4/2012 3:00:34 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=804Windows: Go to File > Print and towards the bottom of the window make sure there is a check in the Include Title Page box. Click OK and the scripPrinting10/4/2012 2:58:56 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=802Go to File > Print. On Windows, check the Page radio button and type in the range of pages (i.e. 1-6, 8) that you want to print. You can also selePrinting10/4/2012 2:57:34 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=850Go to File > Print. In the print setup window is an option to print revisions in color. Check this box.If you're on a Mac, you may need to chooseProduction10/4/2012 12:47:11 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=223681. Through email:Open the iPad's Mail program;Touch the email with the script attached;Touch the script icon;Touch Open in FD Writer.2. Through iTuFD Writer10/3/2012 2:15:05 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=21450The Final Draft Writer for iPad is available only through the App Store.SalesFD Writer10/2/2012 3:38:50 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=21450The Final Draft Writer for iPad is available only through the App Store.SalesFD Writer10/2/2012 3:38:50 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=931If you're having trouble registering your software, please give us a call at 800-231-4055 or 818-995-8995, 8:30 - 5:30 PST. We'll be happy to get youProgram Management10/1/2012 11:48:55 AM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=505Final Draft, Inc. is open from 8:30AM to 5:30PM (PST) Monday -- Friday. We close the office on major US holidays.Telephone technical support is availGetting Help10/1/2012 11:40:44 AM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=906Please call our office at 800-231-4055 or 818-995-8995 8:30AM - 5:30PM (Pacific Time) Monday -- Friday and we'll update your record in our database.AProgram Management10/1/2012 11:40:17 AM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1530Yes. Additional activations for Final Draft v.8 / 7 are $119.95 and additional activations for AV2.5 are $79.95. An additional activation for the acaSales10/1/2012 11:38:33 AM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=586Click on the Windows or Mac file icon to begin the download. It should automatically save to your Downloads folder or your Desktop.If you are promptInstallation Media9/14/2012 3:25:07 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=13270These third-party products import Final Draft Tagger 2 (.fdx) files:Movie Magic Scheduling v.5. Showbiz Scheduling version 8.5.6, version 9.0 (upcomiProductionTagger9/14/2012 3:24:40 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=13270These third-party products import Final Draft Tagger 2 (.fdx) files:Movie Magic Scheduling v.5. Showbiz Scheduling version 8.5.6, version 9.0 (upcomiProductionTagger9/14/2012 3:24:40 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=21183If you currently have Final Draft v.8, be sure to deactivate it before you upgrade to Mountain Lion.Open Final Draft;Go to Help > Deactivate and cUpdating-Upgrading9/14/2012 3:11:15 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=18442Yes. Final Draft v.8.0.3.1 has been engineered to be compatible with Mac OS X 10.8 (Mountain Lion). If you have Final Draft 8.0.0 through 8.0.3, yoSystem Requirements / OS9/14/2012 3:10:44 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=22449We rely on user feedback so we know what to fix and what to add. Please click this linkhttp://www.finaldraft.com/company/feedback-form.php?go=%3E%3EFeaturesFD ReaderFD Writer9/14/2012 3:04:07 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=22449We rely on user feedback so we know what to fix and what to add. Please click this linkhttp://www.finaldraft.com/company/feedback-form.php?go=%3E%3EFeaturesFD ReaderFD Writer9/14/2012 3:04:07 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=22449We rely on user feedback so we know what to fix and what to add. Please click this linkhttp://www.finaldraft.com/company/feedback-form.php?go=%3E%3EFeaturesFD ReaderFD Writer9/14/2012 3:04:07 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1832If there's a problem with your order, please call us right away:US and Canada: 800-231-4055All Others: 818-995-8995 Our office hours are 8:30am – 5:3Sales9/14/2012 3:02:46 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=21156We have researched possibilities with Android and it's certainly on our radar, but it presents serious challenges to us in terms of page size and pagSystem Requirements / OS9/14/2012 3:02:13 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=397Scripts written with or saved in Final Draft v.8 are XML files, which allows programmers to write applications that can access, cull, filter and repoFile Management9/7/2012 7:30:05 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1004Yes. Click HERE for our simple online submission form and HERE for more information on how to proceed.Applies toScriptXpertScriptXpert9/6/2012 12:45:41 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1009ScriptXpert guarantees that you will receive coverage from a professional reader who has at least 5 years of industry experience. However, we cannotScriptXpert9/4/2012 8:08:35 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1826If you need to cancel your order, please fill out the online order status form or call us: US and Canada: 800-231-4055 All Others: 818-995-8995 OurSales9/4/2012 5:33:51 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1905You will receive an email shortly after the product has been shipped (all packages will be shipped within 1 business day). This email will have yourWeb Store9/4/2012 5:33:10 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1910If you need to cancel your order, please fill out the online order status form or call us:US and Canada:800-231-4055All Others:818-995-8995...call usWeb Store9/4/2012 5:32:21 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1911If there's a problem with your order, please fill out our online order status form or call us:US and Canada:800-231-4055All Others:818-995-8995...betWeb Store9/4/2012 5:31:59 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1682Si por alguna razón usted no pudo desactivar su copia de Final Draft ni AV2.5 (fracaso de disco “hard drive,” reformatea, etc.) usted puede llamar aEspañol9/4/2012 5:23:51 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1498If for some reason you weren't able to deactivate your copy of Final Draft 8 / 7 or AV2.5 software (hard drive crash, reformat, etc.) you can call thActivating / Deactivating9/4/2012 5:20:34 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=636Uninstalling Final Draft v.8 from a Macintosh OS X Computer:Go to the Applications folder and open the Final Draft 8 folder. If there are any scriptsInstalling9/4/2012 12:19:21 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=444You can globally change any attribute of any element any time. For example, if you want all of your action to be in italics,Go to Format > ElementFormatting8/17/2012 5:35:29 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=13224Deactivate Final Draft. In the program, go to Help > Deactivate > Online Deactivation. Quit the program. Go to the Applications folder and openInstalling8/14/2012 6:45:33 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1158On OS X 10.7 (Lion) and 10.8 (Mountain Lion):Click onto the Desktop to bring up the Mac Finder menu;Hold down the Option key and choose Go > LibraSystem Requirements / OS8/14/2012 6:43:58 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=611IMPORTANT NOTE: Final Draft v.7 is not compatible with the Lion (10.7) or Mountain Lion (10.8) operating systems. If you wish to use continue usingInstalling8/14/2012 6:41:18 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=643If you had a previous version of Final Draft on the computer, it's possible that the operating system is not allowing the installer to overwrite a loInstalling8/9/2012 2:12:40 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=21462No. Screenplay (or television or stageplay) formatting, unfortunately, is not something Dictation is able to understand. We are not aware of any geFeatures8/2/2012 4:56:21 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=299On Windows, when you go to Document > Macros: Click New. This will create a new Macro that you can name anything you want -- in this case, "word."FeaturesUsing the Program7/30/2012 4:58:56 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=299On Windows, when you go to Document > Macros: Click New. This will create a new Macro that you can name anything you want -- in this case, "word."FeaturesUsing the Program7/30/2012 4:58:56 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=18550Final Draft v.8.0.3.1 was engineered to make v.8 compatible with the new Gatekeeper application installation security system in Apple's Mountain LionUpdating-Upgrading7/25/2012 12:12:51 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=292Header Labels are typically used to display the act and/or scene number in the header of each page. They have the ability to hold customized text forFeaturesProduction7/24/2012 12:25:10 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=292Header Labels are typically used to display the act and/or scene number in the header of each page. They have the ability to hold customized text forFeaturesProduction7/24/2012 12:25:10 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=546To import a file from Celtx:Go to Script > Export Script;Choose Desktop from the Where dropdown menu;Choose Text Files (.txt) from the Save As droImporting / Exporting7/23/2012 3:39:25 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=139Your file is most likely corrupt. Any kind of computer file can become corrupted over time and it's difficult to pinpoint why or when it happened. ItCrashes / Freezes7/13/2012 12:41:57 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=11720Yes, users who have purchased the Mac App Store version will later be able to purchase upgrades if they have registered. The online registration forSalesUpdating-Upgrading7/12/2012 3:18:59 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=11720Yes, users who have purchased the Mac App Store version will later be able to purchase upgrades if they have registered. The online registration forSalesUpdating-Upgrading7/12/2012 3:18:59 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=510The 377-page Final Draft v.8 PDF User Guide can be accessed in the program under the Help menu > Final Draft Help. It can also be accessed dirGetting Help7/12/2012 2:06:31 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=18380Final Draft, Inc, offersthis knowledge base;a comprehensive PDF User Guide;an interactive online troubleshooter;fast email;live chat.Getting Help7/12/2012 1:56:42 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1270Updating Older Final Draft 7 -- Windows InstructionsThe installers for Final Draft 7.0.0.54 and 7.1.3 can't update anexisting installation. You mustUpdating-Upgrading7/12/2012 1:41:03 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1155We tested Final Draft version 7.1.3 software on freshly-installed versions of 32-bit Vista Home Basic, Home Premium, Business and Ultimate. We foundSystem Requirements / OS7/12/2012 1:40:16 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=930If you've lost your Final Draft v.7 or v.8 CD, you can simply download the full installer from our website -- it's the same installer that's on the CProgram Management7/12/2012 1:39:36 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=629Go to Macintosh HD > Applications and and open the Final Draft 6 folder. If there are any scripts (or other items) you need saved here, move themInstalling7/12/2012 1:39:09 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1269Updating Older Final Draft 7 -- Macintosh Instructions The installers for Final Draft 7.0.0.54 and 7.1.3 can't update an existing installation. YouUpdating-Upgrading7/12/2012 1:38:01 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=473You can globally change the cards' font and size by going to Format > Font. Be sure to be in the index cards panel when this change is made or elsFormatting7/12/2012 1:28:58 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=517The easiest thing to do is create a PDF copy of your script. In FD7.1x, go to File > Save as PDF; in FD7.0x and FD6, go to File > Save As andImporting / Exporting7/12/2012 1:25:59 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1272The 7.1.3 update to Final Draft can't update an existing 7.x installation. You must first uninstall Final Draft and then run the 7.1.3 update.STEP ONUpdating-Upgrading7/9/2012 6:08:32 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1121If you have a foreign-language spell-check for Final Draft 7.1 or earlier and you're now running Final Draft 7.1.1 or above, your spell-check needs tSpellcheck7/9/2012 6:07:34 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=922No. The Final Draft v.5, 6, 7 and 8 CD-ROMs contain installers for both Windows and Macintosh computers. You can also download the full Win and Mac iProgram Management7/9/2012 6:03:43 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=2071To rebuild a corrupted script:Go to File > Save As:Direct this window to save the file to the Desktop;Change the file name to something simple likFile Management7/9/2012 5:58:12 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1292The best way to do this is to use SHIFT+ENTER (Windows) or SHIFT+RETURN (Mac) at the point in the line where you want it to break to the next line.Using the Program7/9/2012 5:56:16 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1283Final Draft defaults to the last stationery file you opened under File > New from Stationery (v.8) or File > New (v.7 / 6).For example, if youUsing the Program7/9/2012 5:55:33 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=483Click HERE to read our customer support policy.Applies tov.8 / 7 / 6 / 5/4 / AV2.5Getting Help7/9/2012 5:54:57 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=3218When you move to a new revision set, it must be the next one on the Revisions dropdown menu. If you do not go in sequential order, the new revision sProduction7/9/2012 5:52:37 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=2063The invisibles have been turned on.Go to the View menu, click Invisibles and they'll disappear.Invisibles are markers that indicate how many spaces aFeatures7/9/2012 5:51:51 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=132This is known to happen sometimes with scripts using multiple fonts. Go to Format > Elements, click the Font tab and click Apply Font/Size to All.Crashes / Freezes7/9/2012 5:49:09 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=13386To save a script as a template so you don't have to reconfigure a new blank script every time:Go to File > Save As and give the file a different nFormatting7/9/2012 5:45:00 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=633Note: Due to Vista's focus on security, you may be prompted at certain points to confirm that you want to continue. Whenever you're prompted in thiInstalling7/9/2012 5:44:18 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1126No, they won't. However, if you have a foreign-language spell-check currently installed in your Final Draft 6 program, you can copy and paste it intoSpellcheck7/9/2012 5:43:18 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=11718When you open the program for the first time, you will be directed to an online registration form. When this form is complete, you will receive yourProgram Management7/9/2012 5:38:06 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=11722Yes, you can have the Mac App Store version installed alongside the retail version. They are viewed by the operating system as two separate installsInstallingProgram Management7/9/2012 5:37:31 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=11722Yes, you can have the Mac App Store version installed alongside the retail version. They are viewed by the operating system as two separate installsInstallingProgram Management7/9/2012 5:37:31 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=4127To save your Final Draft script as an RTF file for the Amazon contest:Go to File > Save As;Windows users: Click the Save As Type dropdown menu, seImporting / Exporting7/9/2012 5:36:36 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=11716There is no demo available on the Mac App Store. If you’d like to try Final Draft before you buy, log on to www.finaldraft.com/demo for the download.Sales7/9/2012 5:33:33 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=2070To rebuild a corrupted script:Go to File > Save As:Direct this window to save the file to the Desktop;Change the file name to something simple likFile Management7/9/2012 5:32:40 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1904Within the continental US and Canada, we use UPS. Shipping rates vary based on your postal code. Options are Ground, 2-Day, 3-Day and Overnight.ShiWeb Store7/9/2012 5:30:15 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=13071Click HERE to download the .FDX file, How to Use Final Draft, and open it in Final Draft for a quick primer on using the program.Basic Functions7/9/2012 3:44:04 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=13023Installing Tagger 1 -- WindowsIf it is open, close Tagger (Alt+F4);Double-click the downloaded Tagger installer;Double-click the Tagger icon and theTagger7/9/2012 3:36:29 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1345The Swans of Brooklyn is installed with the Final Draft program on your hard drive. To open it:Windows:Open Final Draft;Go to File > Open;NavigateUsing the Program7/9/2012 3:35:28 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=16602This was an issue in the Xerox printer driver. Xerox has issued an updated driver that should eliminate this problem.The new driver is available HERCrashes / FreezesError MessagesPrinting7/9/2012 3:31:35 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=16602This was an issue in the Xerox printer driver. Xerox has issued an updated driver that should eliminate this problem.The new driver is available HERCrashes / FreezesError MessagesPrinting7/9/2012 3:31:35 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=16602This was an issue in the Xerox printer driver. Xerox has issued an updated driver that should eliminate this problem.The new driver is available HERCrashes / FreezesError MessagesPrinting7/9/2012 3:31:35 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=750There are several reasons why this may occur.First, v.8.0.1 corrects an issue that may occur if a file goes back and forth between a Mac and a WindowPagination7/9/2012 3:28:43 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1835For customers who purchased Final Draft software products directly from us, we offer a 30-day money-back guarantee from the date of purchase.Final DrSales7/9/2012 3:26:56 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=453While Final Draft offers numerous industry-standard script templates, macros, shortcuts and transitions, unfortunately we're not really able to answeFormatting7/9/2012 3:25:40 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=377Whenever you save or the auto-save saves your script, Final Draft makes an additional date- and time-stamped copy and places it in another folder forFile Management7/9/2012 3:24:16 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1503No. If you can't activate online, you will need to call 818-789-6281 when you are in front of the computer. When you call, please have your 8FD / 7FDActivating / Deactivating7/9/2012 3:18:38 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=916Please send the particulars of the purchase and your contact information to us via the email service on this website (click the email link on the lefProgram Management7/9/2012 2:57:01 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=467This sometimes occurs when FD4 files are converted to FD5 or FD6. In these instances, Final Draft 5 and 6 did not recognize the continued insertedFormatting7/9/2012 2:53:26 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=186First, make sure Final Draft is installed on your system. On Mac, Final Draft installation defaults to the Applications folder on the Hard Drive. OnError Messages7/9/2012 2:52:21 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=11723No. The Mac App Store does not have a way to validate a customer's academic status, so unfortunately the EDU version is not available there. HoweverSales7/9/2012 2:50:39 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=956Yes, the competitive upgrade is $129.95. You must be upgrading from a retail desktop screenwriting program -- free or subscription-based programs doSales7/9/2012 2:48:51 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=368Yes, Final Draft files are 100% cross-platform compatible. If you have FD v. 8 / 7, you should have no problem at all moving files back and forth frFile Management7/9/2012 2:46:33 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1246Yes, the installer is available as a download. To order, click HERE.Applies tov.8 / 7 / 6 / 5/4Updating-Upgrading7/9/2012 2:44:23 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=11724No. Per Mac App Store policy, the software license is not transferable.Program Management7/9/2012 2:43:51 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=430Yes. With your file open, go to Format > Elements. Click Apply a Template (v.8 / 7.1x) or Load (v7.0x / v.6 / v.5). You will get a list of variousFormatting7/9/2012 2:43:26 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=362Yes, but not directly. Final Draft v.7 / 6 / 5 can open a script created in v.8 but the script must be saved in a particular way by the v.8 user firsFile Management7/9/2012 2:34:42 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=6029No, Final Draft does not have the ability to password-protect a file. It can export scripts and reports as read-only PDFs, but even these can, with tFile Management7/9/2012 2:34:01 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=11782No. Foreign-language spell-checkers are not currently supported for the Mac App Store version of Final Draft.Spellcheck7/9/2012 1:06:08 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=6180On Windows 7 computers with a limited amount of RAM (memory), diminished system resources can cause an overall system slowdown that can also affect FMiscellaneous Tech7/9/2012 1:05:13 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=4376No, Final Draft v.7 / 6 / 5 are not able to open a file written in v.8. Final Draft v.8's .fdx file format is XML, which is unreadable by these oldeFile Management7/9/2012 1:03:56 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=3603This is a known issue but with an easy workaround. After you have generated the compare document, before you do any work on it:Go to Edit > SelectCrashes / Freezes7/9/2012 1:03:19 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=2567This is an uncommon error and its cause is unclear. The remedy is to thoroughly uninstall Final Draft and reinstall it. Instructions for a completeMiscellaneous Tech7/9/2012 1:02:31 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1473If your computer was not authorized by Final Draft, Inc. before December 23rd, 2009, you will have to insert your CD each time you want to open FinalActivating / Deactivating7/9/2012 1:01:42 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1472No, v.6, v.5 and v.4 are all over ten years old, are officially retired and Final Draft, Inc. no longer offers technical support, authorizations, CDsActivating / Deactivating7/9/2012 1:01:07 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=590If you have Final Draft v. 8: Download the full installer, available HERE.If you have Final Draft v.7: Download the full installer, available HERE.IMInstallation Media7/9/2012 1:00:24 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1483Authorization is no longer possible for these versions of Final Draft. They are both over ten years old and are no longer supported.All technical suActivating / Deactivating7/9/2012 12:59:38 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=507We don't throw these terms around to confuse anyone, but we seem to have done a good job of that anyway.1. Registration: A one-time-only process thatGetting Help7/9/2012 12:56:00 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=759Final Draft v.7 was released in early 2004 and was engineered for Windows XP, at that time Microsoft's state-of-the-art flagship operating system. ThPDF7/9/2012 12:54:55 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=532You can save your Final Draft file as an RTF file, then open it in the other program. Go to File > Save As; Under Save As Type (Windows)... .Importing / Exporting7/9/2012 12:53:51 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=760This issue was resolved in v.8.01. NOTE: V.8.0.1 has been superceded by v.8.0.3. The full installer is free and available HERE. You do not need to inPDF7/9/2012 12:52:15 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=2160Final Draft v.7 and 8 have a setting for tablet PCs that allows the user to switch the vertical scroll bar from side to side, depending on the user'sSettings7/9/2012 12:51:33 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1215This error is caused by an issue that has been addressed in the 2.0.1.6 version of Tagger 2. Click HERE for the full installer (at the bottom of theTagger7/9/2012 12:50:51 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1302This issue occurs if Character Matching is turned off (Document > SmartType > Options). The work around is to right-click (Windows) or ControlUsing the Program7/9/2012 12:44:45 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1343This is by design.When you have Auto Character Guess turned on (which it is by default), and you have a scene with existing characters, the program wUsing the Program7/9/2012 12:44:04 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=338You must make the changes in the script first, not the character report; the character report is generated from the script and not the other way arouFeatures7/9/2012 12:43:45 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=316Go into your SmartType Character list (Document > SmartType > Characters) and click the Rebuild button. This will rebuild your character list fFeatures7/9/2012 12:43:19 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=284If you have a name that is used more often, go to Document > SmartType. Choose the Character list and click the Rebuild button. This will reorderFeatures7/9/2012 12:37:52 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1073This is the SmartType feature in which your Characters, Scene Headings, Transitions, etc. are stored. You can turn off the pop-up windows without dSettings7/9/2012 12:37:22 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=272Yes. Follow these steps: Go to Document > SmartType.Click on Characters.Highlight the character name you want to remove.Click Delete. If you haveFeatures7/9/2012 12:35:56 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=306Go to Document > SmartType > Characters;Highlight the character name you want to remove and hit Delete;Click OK to close the window. Applies toFeatures7/9/2012 12:35:10 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1612This occurs if the first element of a script is a Character (scripts aren't supposed to start with a character name). Insert a Scene Heading, ActionCrashes / Freezes7/6/2012 12:39:48 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1971Click on the Windows or Mac file icon to begin the download. It should automatically save to your Desktop.If you are prompted to Run/Open With or SaInstallation Media7/6/2012 12:38:59 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=15615This glossary contains brief definitions for screenwriting and film production terms. Some but not all of these terms are found in Final Draft as SmaMiscellaneous Tech7/6/2012 12:28:29 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=979Final Draft is constantly improving its software products. When we fix things or add features, we post an update on our website. An update will takeSales7/3/2012 5:13:43 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=959We have a reseller kit available. Click HERE to go to the online form which, once submitted, will be forwarded to management for consideration. ApplSales7/3/2012 5:12:50 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=947Yes. The Final Draft demo we offer for download can be converted to a full license after installation by entering a valid customer number and activatSales7/3/2012 5:07:39 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=970Yes. Any student in any course of study is eligible to buy Final Draft at a discount.Applies tov.8Sales7/3/2012 5:02:15 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=955Yes. To receive the educational discount, call 800-231-4055 or 818-995-8995 to speak to a sales representative. Applies tov.8Sales7/3/2012 5:00:50 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=957Yes. For more information, please direct an inquiry to licensing@finaldraft.com or call us at 800-231-4055 or 818-995-8995 to speak directly with a sSales7/3/2012 5:00:30 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=974Yes. If you have proof of current student or educator status, you can fax it, along with the discount order form HERE, to us (818) 995-4422, call usSales7/3/2012 4:59:17 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=964Yes. For more information, please direct an inquiry to us via the email service on this website or call us at 800-231-4055 or 818-995-8995 to speakSales7/3/2012 4:58:52 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=972There's no difference in functionality between the two programs. Owners of an academic version of Final Draft are able to use the program without anySales7/3/2012 4:57:00 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1160Go to Mac HD / Applications / Utilities / Disk Utility;Select your boot disk. It'll probably be listed as Mac HD;Choose the First Aid tab;Click RepaiSystem Requirements / OS6/21/2012 7:01:03 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=661Final Draft v.8's file format is XML and a script written in v.8 can be opened by any text editor. It won't look like a script, but all of the taggeMiscellaneous Tech6/21/2012 2:51:30 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=311This is a known issue with an easy workaround: Go to the View menu and click ScriptNotes. This will make the ScriptNote markers visible again. ApplFeatures6/21/2012 2:51:02 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=569Final Draft v.8 can save as (File > Save As) these file formats: Final Draft 8 XML script format (.fdx -- default)Final Draft 8 XML script templaImporting / Exporting6/21/2012 2:50:30 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=575While saving as RTF will retain the script's formatting, other attributes such as ScriptNotes™, bookmarks, revision marks and scene numbers won't traImporting / Exporting6/21/2012 2:49:09 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=817ScriptNotes can't be printed with the script. They can only be printed in a separate report. Go to Tools > Reports and choose ScriptNote Report. TPrinting6/21/2012 2:47:02 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=878You can copy the scene into a ScriptNote™, then put it back in by copying and pasting the ScriptNote text. The other option is to use the Omit SceneProduction6/21/2012 2:46:28 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=301A ScriptNote™ report is the standard report that has always been in Final Draft. This creates a document of all the ScriptNotes in your script. A ScrFeatures6/21/2012 2:45:35 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=18854While saving as RTF will retain the script's formatting, other attributes such as ScriptNotes™, bookmarks, revision marks and scene numbers won't traImporting / Exporting6/20/2012 7:35:02 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=303These formats are used with interactive formatted scripts. Final Draft now allows for special ScriptNotes™, which can be exported as XML to GoldPockFeatures6/20/2012 7:23:20 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=320ScriptNotes are pop-up windows which can contain ideas, suggestions, notes or script fragments without taking up space in the script. They can be posFeatures6/20/2012 6:50:08 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=536You can save your Final Draft file as an RTF file, then open it in the other program. Go to File > Save As;Choose RTF or Rich Text Format under SaImporting / Exporting6/20/2012 6:39:25 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=772The File > Save as PDF export command was restored to v.8.01. NOTE: V.8.0.1 has been superceded by v.8.0.3 (Windows) and 8.0.3.1 (Mac OS X 10.6.8PDF6/13/2012 2:21:12 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=511The Swans of Brooklyn is a set of three drafts in different stages of production (Outline, Script and Shooting Script). They're installed along withGetting Help6/13/2012 2:16:41 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=481There is a known issue with Final Draft 7's on-board help section on Leopard. Here is the workaround: 1. Open Macintosh HD > Applications > FGetting Help6/13/2012 12:32:24 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=178First, the recipient needs Final Draft installed on his/her computer. If it's not, they can download the free v.8 Demo, HERE. The other option, if yoEmail6/13/2012 12:30:45 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=158Since the only thing you can attach to an email is a whole file, what you need to do is create a new file that has only the pages you want. Simply coEmail6/13/2012 12:29:41 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=919If you bought Final Draft v.8 as a download, you can always download the full installer for free from our website. The installer is HERE.Once you'veProgram Management6/13/2012 12:21:08 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=743There are several ways to cheat the number of pages in your script.IMPORTANT: We strongly recommend that you experiment with a test copy of your scrPagination6/13/2012 12:18:58 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=632Uninstalling Final Draft v.7 from a Macintosh OS X Computer:Go to Macintosh HD > Applications and and open the Final Draft 7 folder. If there areInstalling6/13/2012 12:18:00 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1150Yes, Final Draft v.8.0.1 runs on OS X 10.4.11. No later version of Final Draft is supported on this operating system.No issues are reported for FinaSystem Requirements / OS6/12/2012 5:51:14 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=460Due to an oversight, there was no Toggle Case icon in the first release of v.8. This was remedied in the free update to v.8.0.1 (Mac OS X 10.4.11 - 1Formatting6/11/2012 3:31:46 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=578Some Final Draft users encounter problems when they save a script as an RTF file and import the RTF file into Word. Typically the script crashes or hImporting / Exporting6/11/2012 3:30:16 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=43To remove the title page from the PDF export:Final Draft v.8: Go to File > Save As PDF and uncheck the Include Title Page box. If you don't have tBasic Functions6/11/2012 3:28:39 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=689Final Draft v.8.0.1 and higher and AV2.5 scripts and documents are searchable by Spotlight. If you have v.8.0.0, the free 8.0.1 (Mac OS X 10.4.11 - 1Miscellaneous Tech6/11/2012 3:26:47 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=138This issue was resolved with the release of v.8.0.1 (Mac OS X 10.4.11 - 10.6) and 8.0.3.1 (Mac OS X 10.6.8 / 10.7).The full installer is free and avaCrashes / Freezes6/11/2012 3:23:29 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=769This issue was resolved with v.8.0.1 (Mac OS X 10.4.11- 10.6) and 8.0.3.1 (Mac OS X 10.6.8 / 10/7). The full installer is free and available HERE. YPDF6/11/2012 3:17:35 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=9163Yes. Final Draft v.8.0.3 has been engineered to be compatible with Mac OS X 10.7 (Lion). If you have Final Draft 8.0.0 through 8.0.2, you can downloaSystem Requirements / OS6/11/2012 2:52:42 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=10402This issue has been resolved with the release of v.8.0.3.1. The free installer is available HERE.There is no need to uninstall the previous version,Crashes / Freezes6/11/2012 2:21:02 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1518Reformatting your hard drive will KILL your version 8 activation. Deactivate your hard drive before you reformat. To deactivate, open Final Draft, goActivating / Deactivating5/17/2012 5:26:46 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1519Reformatting your hard drive will KILL your activation. Deactivate your hard drive before you reformat. To deactivate, open Final Draft or AV2.5, goActivating / Deactivating5/17/2012 5:21:03 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1673Las licencias estándar de Final Draft 8 / 7 y AV2.5 tienen en cuenta dos (2) computadoras, poseídos y operados por solo el usuario licenciado y por nEspañol5/16/2012 12:32:48 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=667Final Draft is a preferred file format and the only screenwriting software with an authorized agreement with the WGAw online registry service.In theMiscellaneous Tech4/26/2012 1:03:52 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1135Final Draft software is supported only on genuine Windows and Mac operating systems. It wasn't designed for or tested on any Linux systems or OS simuSystem Requirements / OS4/25/2012 1:55:05 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=17084This is not a common issue but can happen if your computer's operating system cannot correctly identify Final Draft's installer package. If this occInstalling4/24/2012 2:21:43 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=551Other programs do not paginate a script the way Final Draft does and when a file is imported into Final Draft, the page count will almost certainly bImporting / Exporting4/20/2012 1:00:39 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=160With the file open in Final Draft, go to File > Save As; Select Rich Text Format (RTF) under Format (Mac) or Save As Type (Win); Save the fileEmail4/18/2012 3:36:34 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1683Primero ustéd necesita asegurarse que cuenta con la version 8 de Final Draft. Para saberlo sólo vaya al menu “Help”> Customer Support. Si actualmeEspañol4/11/2012 3:12:43 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1509If you've lost an activation, please email us or chat with us (the links are on the side of this page) or call 818-789-6281. Applies to v.7Activating / Deactivating4/10/2012 5:05:50 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=359Yes, FD7 opens files written in earlier versions.Open an FD5 / 6 file the way you would open an FD7 file -- no additional steps are necessary. Go toFile Management4/5/2012 7:18:43 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=409Whether you have pasted a foreign-language character into Final Draft or have switched to a foreign-language font set, Final Draft will most likely nFonts3/15/2012 1:43:53 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1288You can simply copy and paste the text from each document into one master document. Once this is done. go to Document > SmartType and click CharaUsing the Program2/24/2012 12:26:38 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=659No, Final Draft does not support graphics of any kind.Applies tov.8 / 7 / 6 / 5/4Miscellaneous Tech2/19/2012 7:36:47 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=557Script Updater is not a Mac OS X application and requires Classic Mode. To work around this, there are two options:If you can access to your originalImporting / Exporting2/9/2012 7:46:18 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=13969A logline is a one-sentence description of your story concept. The purpose of a logline is to present the essence of your screenplay in a clear, enteScriptXpert1/18/2012 5:04:32 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=13385Create your template (File > Save As > Final Draft template) and save it to the Desktop; Quit Final Draft ((Command + Q); Go to Finder >Formatting12/23/2011 12:13:48 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=13022Installing Tagger 2 -- Windows If it is open, close Tagger (Alt+F4); Double-click the downloaded Tagger installer; it will uncompress and be displTagger12/22/2011 5:16:40 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=10412Deactivate Final Draft. In the program, go to Help > Deactivate > online deactivation. Quit the program. Go to the Applications folder anInstalling12/15/2011 7:54:26 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=13004Final Draft, Inc. has sold the publishing rights of Script Magazine to F+W Media, Inc. This was a very difficult decision, but our focus at Final DraSales12/8/2011 2:20:33 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=436Yes. Place your cursor at the start of the element you want to push to the next page and go to Format > Insert Page Break (v. 8 / 7.1x) and FormatFormatting11/18/2011 3:12:32 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=918If you bought Final Draft 7 or AV2.5 as a download, you can always download the full installer for free from our website. The installer for Final DraProgram Management11/9/2011 3:55:17 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=12253At this time, the Mac App Store does not allow software manufacturers to sell upgrades of any kind. If and when it changes its policy, we'll try to mSalesUpdating-Upgrading11/3/2011 12:38:46 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=12253At this time, the Mac App Store does not allow software manufacturers to sell upgrades of any kind. If and when it changes its policy, we'll try to mSalesUpdating-Upgrading11/3/2011 12:38:46 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=942Your Customer Number is required for ALL customer support correspondence and is your proof of ownership of the Final Draft license. Make sure to writProgram Management10/27/2011 6:45:05 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=12126Click HERE to get to the update form.Program Management10/25/2011 1:20:43 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=11774The version of Final Draft that's on the App Store has the exact same functionality as the retail version you already have. If you're running v.8 witSales10/3/2011 12:35:01 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=11721Yes, as we update the program, new installers will be made available for download.Updating-Upgrading9/28/2011 7:45:02 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=11715Yes, all of our current retail partners will still be selling Final Draft, and you can always purchase the program directly from us at http://store.fSales9/28/2011 7:38:10 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=289Go to Tools > Reports > Character Report:Choose the character you want to report on and click OK:This will generate a report of the number of tFeatures9/14/2011 1:24:53 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1906For customers who purchased Final Draft software products directly from us, we offer a 30-day money-back guarantee from date of purchase.Final Draft,Web Store9/1/2011 7:31:45 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=2566Deactivate Final Draft. In the program, go to Help > Deactivate > Online Deactivation. Quit the program. Go to Macintosh HD > ApplicatioInstalling8/25/2011 5:23:52 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1511Yes, each version of Final Draft has its own separate activation algorithm. For complete instructions on how to activate, click HERE. Applies to v.Activating / Deactivating8/15/2011 7:35:30 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1351Due to the way OS X 10.4.11 handles permissions, you may be able to install v.8 without an error message but when you launch it, nothing happens. ThiBasic Functions7/19/2011 5:42:07 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=10171No. V.8 is a separate and distinct program from its predecessors and installing it will leave intact any previous Final Draft installations on your cInstallingProgram ManagementUpdating-Upgrading7/15/2011 3:26:04 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=10171No. V.8 is a separate and distinct program from its predecessors and installing it will leave intact any previous Final Draft installations on your cInstallingProgram ManagementUpdating-Upgrading7/15/2011 3:26:04 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=10171No. V.8 is a separate and distinct program from its predecessors and installing it will leave intact any previous Final Draft installations on your cInstallingProgram ManagementUpdating-Upgrading7/15/2011 3:26:04 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=241Open Mac HD > Applications; If you see the Final Draft 8 folder, drag it to the Trash; Empty the Trash; Open Mac HD > Library > Fonts;Error Messages7/13/2011 3:11:59 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1249No. Final Draft upgrades are always full installs, which do not need any previous versions on your hard drive. Applies to v. 8 / 7 / 6 / 5/4Updating-Upgrading7/11/2011 7:57:46 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1603The Final Draft Remote Activation is intended for use by IT or MIS personnel for multi-user-license Final Draft and Final Draft AV to provide a securMultiple-User Licenses7/7/2011 3:15:33 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1248Yes. The Final Draft upgrade is available to registered customers who own any earlier version of Final Draft.Customer numbers only became part of theUpdating-Upgrading7/7/2011 2:58:45 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=399Windows:Local Drive C: > My Documents > Final Draft Backup.Macintosh:* Mac OS X: Mac HD / Users / username / Documents / Final Draft BackupOn oFile Management7/5/2011 6:37:39 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=52Open the title page (Document > Title Page). Type your information in over the existing sample text. Go to File > Close. Once you're backBasic Functions7/5/2011 6:37:00 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=125This runtime error can occur if you've moved the Final Draft executable file......from the Final Draft 7 folder on the hard drive to the Desktop in aCrashes / Freezes6/21/2011 6:27:50 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=568Open the file in Version 1 and export it as a text-only (ASCII) file. Open Final Draft 5, 6 or 7, go to File>Open and open the text file. WhenImporting / Exporting6/20/2011 3:23:35 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=264Yes. The auto-save function is enabled by default in Final Draft 7.1x.* In 7.0x, 6 and 5 it defaults to disabled. To enable it: On Windows go to TFeatures6/20/2011 12:48:03 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=262Final Draft uses Microsoft's Text to Speech engine on Windows and Apple's Text to Speech engine on Mac. The voices reading your Final Draft script arFeatures6/20/2011 12:47:27 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=261To use character extensions, either:1. Turn on Auto character continueds by going to Document > Mores and Continueds, checking the Automatic CharaFeatures6/20/2011 12:46:53 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=259If you don't include the parentheses, the new character extension won't be available:Be sure to include parentheses and the extension will appear onFeatures6/20/2011 12:46:12 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=237If this happens it's possible that our server's down. If this happenson a weekend, it maynot get fixed until Monday. Please try again later. We apoloError Messages6/20/2011 12:45:25 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=217An illegal operation message is a generic Windows message that some task has occurred that causes Windows to shut down a program or the system. It coError Messages6/20/2011 12:44:36 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=216It's most likely an incomplete or damaged download. Delete the installer or updater file you downloaded and download it again. Applies to v.8 / 7Error Messages6/20/2011 12:43:53 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=65This is a known issue that our programmers are working on fixing. The workaround is to manually delete the extra space. Applies to v.8 / 7 / 6Basic Functions6/20/2011 12:41:12 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=860Place cursor at the top of the blank page. Double-click the mouse and the entire page will be selected. Hit Delete on your keyboard. This will removProduction6/17/2011 2:17:45 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=294Final Draft allows a maximum of 100 bookmarks. Bookmarks beyond this number will appear as disabled menu items (grayed out and not clickable). ApplFeatures6/15/2011 7:02:37 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=239This is a Windows error. The fix is to doa clean uninstall, then download the demo and install that. The demo is a full installation that will turn iError Messages6/15/2011 6:58:49 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=244This is the result of using the Save As command repeatedly. Save As should be used only when you want to rename the file or save it to another locatiError Messages6/15/2011 6:52:58 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=198The cdintf210.dll error indicates that you ran a 7.1.x update on a computer with 7.0x. The 7.1.x updates only work on computers with 7.1 installed.UnError Messages6/9/2011 12:57:34 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=191These are not errors caused by Final Draft. They are instead problems inherent in Microsoft's installer engine. From Microsoft's Knowledge Base: WhenError Messages6/9/2011 12:55:47 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=185If you get an error message while installing the Amyuni PDF driver, press Control+Alt+Delete on your keyboard to bring up the Task Manager. Click theError Messages6/9/2011 12:54:51 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=184No version of Final Draft has been engineered for 64-bit Windows and although inital testing of Final Draft 7 on this operating system indicates thatError Messages6/9/2011 12:54:02 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=242This is a rare occurrence but it does happen from time to time. Something on the computer interrupted the data being saved from memory back to the haError Messages6/9/2011 12:53:03 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=163On Mac OS X and Final Draft 7.1.2 and older, the File > Email command was non-functional. This issue was eliminated with the release of Final DrafEmail6/8/2011 7:37:09 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=166Using the File > Email command in Final Draft, the attached file will be FDX (v.8) or FDR (v.7 and older). If you save or export your script as anEmail6/8/2011 7:35:59 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=167Create a new Final Draft document. Copy and paste the pages you want to e-mail into the new document. Go to File > Save As. Change Files of TyEmail6/8/2011 7:34:37 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=168We will assume that the file was written on the same version that you have on your computer. Change the file name by adding a .fdr to the existing naEmail6/8/2011 7:32:00 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=169An iTools email account requires authentication to send or receive email. Just as you have to provide a valid username and password to check your emaEmail6/8/2011 7:30:59 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=177If you e-mail a file from Mac to Windows with no three-letter extension, Windows will see it as a generic data file and place a .dat extension at theEmail6/8/2011 7:04:43 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=179First, the receiver needs Final Draft installed on his/her computer. If it's not, they can download the free Demo, HERE. The other option is to saveEmail6/8/2011 7:00:11 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=181The file must first be downsaved in v.8 as a Final Draft 5-7 (.fdr) file under a new name. In v.8, go to File > Save As and change the Format or FEmail6/8/2011 6:55:53 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1620Testing has shown that AOL email on a Mac inserts code into the body of the file it's sending or receiving. This is not limited to Final Draft files,Email6/8/2011 6:35:36 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=164The title page is part of your Final Draft document. Go to Document > Title Page, type in the information, then go to File > Close. When you saEmail6/8/2011 5:20:06 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=176The workaround for this is simple: Drag the file out of the email onto your desktop or right-click/Save As and save it to a place on your computer. OEmail6/8/2011 5:18:35 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=175Final Draft v.8 was designed to work only with MacMail and Entourage and one or the other must be set as the default email client. If you use anotherEmail6/8/2011 5:17:07 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=116This is a permissions issue caused by the individual user not having have write access to the Final Draft 6/7 folder. Log back in as AdministratorCrashes / Freezes6/8/2011 3:57:18 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=119If the program quit during the saving process, it may not have had time to rewrite the information from memory back to the hard drive, leaving it empCrashes / Freezes6/8/2011 3:41:12 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=98Many Collabowriter usability issues have been eliminated with the release of Final Draft 7.1.3. Click HERE for the free update.Note: All Final DraftCrashes / Freezes6/8/2011 3:31:46 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=93This problem occurs on some Windows XP Home Edition computers but has been corrected. Click HERE to download the free 7.1.3 installer. Applies toCrashes / Freezes6/8/2011 3:27:36 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=126This error usually means that a Scene Heading is too long; the most common cause is when a sizable piece of action is seen by the program as a SceneCrashes / Freezes6/8/2011 3:26:57 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=136On Windows XP, if you launch the installer and the Wise Installer screen flashes briefly instead of starting the install sequence, hit Control+Alt+DeCrashes / Freezes6/8/2011 3:23:56 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=134First, if you don't have Final Draft 7.1.3 (click HERE for information about how to determine which version you have), the free 7.1.3 update is availCrashes / Freezes6/8/2011 3:22:23 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=112This is a known issue that was resolved in Final Draft v.8. Information on the upgrade is HERE.If you are using Final Draft version 7: Although the pCrashes / Freezes6/8/2011 3:10:53 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=117This was an issue with the Courier Final Draft font that was corrected in the free 7.1.1 update.10-30-06 -- Version 7.1.1 has been superseded by VersCrashes / Freezes6/8/2011 3:07:22 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=120There was an issue printing with the Format Assistant enabled but this has been fixed. To eliminate this problem, download the free full installer ofCrashes / Freezes6/8/2011 2:51:13 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=135We have found an issue with Tagger 1.2.2: When you import a script with Transition elements that are either 8 characters long:FADE IN:FADE TO:BACK TOCrashes / Freezes6/8/2011 2:48:41 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=141Final Draft isn't frozen and it hasn't crashed. Pasting in a large document requires that every page be recalculated and this can take some time. AftCrashes / Freezes6/8/2011 2:46:10 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=61This is a safety feature designed to prevent users from overwriting a master file over a network. You can't save as the same name as the open file inBasic Functions6/8/2011 2:06:25 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=50Go to Format > Elements and choose New. In the Element Name box, overtype the text that's there with the name of your new element. In this exampleBasic Functions6/8/2011 2:04:26 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=5777Basic Functions6/8/2011 2:03:44 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=67This is a known issue but the simple fix is to rebuild your desktop. Here's how: Restart your computer and when you see the Mac splash screen (the smBasic Functions6/8/2011 1:53:47 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=64After pasting in the text, go to Document > SmartType and select each option (i.e. Characters) and click Rebuild. This will refresh the lists fromBasic Functions6/8/2011 1:52:49 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=62No. Invisibles indicate only the hard returns and spaces you've entered, and there probably won't be that many of them in a typical script. You can mBasic Functions6/8/2011 1:51:20 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=45Final Draft files do not present the title page as the first page of the script. The user must go to Document > Title Page to view the title page.Basic Functions6/8/2011 1:47:56 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=60Vista places a great deal of emphasis on security and when this happens on a Vista computer, it's the operating system preventing Final Draft from saBasic Functions6/8/2011 1:46:46 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=59Rebuilding your desktop should eliminate this issue. Apple recommends this procedure periodically anyway and it's 100% safe (applies to OS9, not OS XBasic Functions6/8/2011 1:43:24 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=57The Scene Heading element is divided into three sections: Intro (INT./EXT.) Location Time of Day To properly use the Scene Heading element, youBasic Functions6/8/2011 1:42:23 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=54Click HERE for information for Final Draft v.8;Click HERE for information for Final Draft v.7 / 6 / 5. Applies to v.8 / 7 / 6 / 5/4Basic Functions6/8/2011 1:39:07 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=531. Open the title page by clicking on the Title Page icon in the Toolbar or choosing Document > Title Page. 2. Type your information in over thBasic Functions6/8/2011 1:38:12 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=41Go to Document > Page Layout > Colors. You'll see the selections for Text, Background and Invisibles colors. Click on the color swatch (Mac) orBasic Functions6/8/2011 1:36:22 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=29No. Saving a script to a writable CD or DVD involves the use of either burning software built into the operating system or a third-party burning progBasic Functions6/8/2011 12:55:55 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=40If you need to change any of the attributes of any of the elements that comprise a script, go to Format > Elements. Here you will find controls anBasic Functions6/8/2011 12:55:16 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1096Place your cursor anywhere in the words FADE IN:...and click on the Elements dropdown menu. On Mac it's at the bottom of the screen...and on WindowsSettings6/8/2011 12:35:32 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=876No. The revisions are part of the original document, which is one complete file. You can't send part of a file. However, you can create a separate doProduction6/7/2011 6:26:10 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=856Go to Edit > Select All.Go to Production > Clear Revised. This will clear all revision marks and revision colors. No text will be deleted.NOTE:Production6/7/2011 6:25:16 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=787Different printers have slight variations in their print margins, sometimes causing the lower Continued to get cut off. Go to Document > Page LayoPrinting6/7/2011 6:23:32 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1281The Tab key is designed to move from one element to another and there's no way to make it work like a standard word processing Tab key. You can, howeUsing the Program5/18/2011 6:08:24 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=679For general information on the contest, click HERE. If you have additional questions, please send an e-mail to bigbreak@finaldraft.com. Applies toMiscellaneous Tech5/2/2011 12:21:20 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1465The Final Draft Viewer is no longer available. It was written before the widespread availability and use of the PDF format and is not well suited forProgram Management4/28/2011 12:37:17 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=950Yes. You can get the Final Draft version 8 demo HERE; it's actually a full installation of the program that will open and print Final Draft scripts.Sales4/28/2011 12:35:49 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1506If you lost an activation, please email us, chat with us (click the appropriate link on the left side of this page) or call 818-789-6281 and a represActivating / Deactivating4/12/2011 5:07:50 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1001Yes. When you order a ScriptXpert consultation you will be e-mailed an MP3 file of your session. Keep this file along with your written evaluation foScriptXpert4/7/2011 1:42:57 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1075This feature is defaulted to be on.To remove the character continueds, go to Document > Mores and Continueds and uncheck the box for Automatic ChaSettings3/28/2011 1:28:00 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=604You can easily install Final Draft 7 on an additional computer using one of the following methods: The full installer is always available for freeInstalling3/9/2011 12:19:05 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1829It shouldn't take more than a five or ten minutes. If you don't receive an email from us in that time, please check your junk or spam email folder.Sales2/28/2011 3:00:56 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1908It shouldn't take more than five or ten minutes. If you do not receive an email from us in this time, please check your junk email or spam folder.Web Store2/28/2011 2:56:55 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1208This problem was eliminated in the Tagger 1.2.2 update. The download is available HERE. Applies to TaggerTagger2/11/2011 3:25:12 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=3124Make sure you are logged in as the administrator; Open Mac HD > Library > Fonts; Drag the Courier Final Draft font to the Trash. If a messaError Messages10/12/2010 7:25:14 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=2197Due to a rendering issue, underscored text will not appear as underscored in the program. However, it will be underlined in the PDF and on the printeMiscellaneous Tech6/21/2010 7:52:25 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=2195Go to File > Print.On Windows, check the Page radio button and type in the range of pages that you want to print separated by a dash (for examplePrinting6/21/2010 5:40:50 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=2184This is a known issue and should be addressed in an upcoming iteration. Applies to v.8Printing6/17/2010 6:39:47 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=2090Airlink Apple AirPort Asus Belkin Cisco-Linksys Cradlepoint D-Link Netgear TrendnetGetting Help5/26/2010 5:34:06 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1981IMPORTANT NOTE: You must be logged in as Administrator to install Final Draft 7. If you are not an Administrator, contact the person in your organizaInstalling4/15/2010 2:21:55 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1918There is no difference in the program; the only difference is the method by which you install it on your computer. You're free to burn the downloadedWeb Store3/23/2010 2:56:57 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1917Because we value all of our users and their privacy, it is our strict policy never to release any of our customers’ information to any third paWeb Store3/23/2010 2:54:55 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1916The installer is always available as a free download from our website. The download page is HERE.Web Store3/23/2010 2:54:20 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1915If you have trouble with the download, please register your software and open a ticket with our technical support department. A technician will eiWeb Store3/23/2010 2:53:44 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1914The download will go to your default download folder. This is usually set in your web browser.Web Store3/23/2010 2:53:08 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1913No, any current browser should work without problemsWeb Store3/23/2010 2:52:21 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1912Download times will depend on the speed of your Internet connection and the size of the file you're downloading. If you have a high-speed internetWeb Store3/23/2010 2:51:46 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1909No, we can provide a refund only to the person who has purchased the productWeb Store3/23/2010 2:49:51 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1907Yes, if you register your program and contact us, we will mail you a CD at no charge. However, the CD has the same installer as what’s availablWeb Store3/23/2010 2:42:44 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1855The problem is that there is an invalid character in either the file name or in one of the folder / sub-folder names. The most common scenario is a sError Messages3/9/2010 7:28:17 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1834If you have trouble with the download, please register your software and open a ticket with our technical support department. A technician will eithSales3/1/2010 2:14:19 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1833The installer is always available as a free download from our website. The download page is HERE.Sales3/1/2010 2:13:37 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1831Yes, if you register your program and contact us, we will mail you a CD at no charge. However, the CD has the same installer as what’s availablSales3/1/2010 2:11:10 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1830No, we can provide a refund only to the person who has purchased the product.Sales3/1/2010 2:08:53 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1828Download times will depend on the speed of your Internet connection and the size of the file you're downloading. If you have a high-speed internet cSales3/1/2010 2:07:42 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1823Because we value all of our users and their privacy, it is our strict policy never to release any of our customers’ information to any third paSales3/1/2010 2:04:29 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1822No, any current browser should work without problems.Sales3/1/2010 2:03:48 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1821The download will go to your default download folder. This is usually set in your web browser.Sales3/1/2010 2:03:09 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1741Uninstall Final Draft: XP Users: Go to Start > Settings > Control Panel > Add/Remove Programs Vista / Win 7 users: Control Panel > PrInstalling2/3/2010 7:15:01 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1713HP and Apple report that this printer is not supported on Snow Leopard. Applies tov.8 / 7Printing1/26/2010 7:36:19 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1651Due to Vista's User Account Control (UAC) system, sometimes the Amyuni PDF Converter (the (the third-party PDF utility built into Final Draft) is denPrinting12/28/2009 1:15:52 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1595Final Draft's RTF output will display the script' format properly on any word processor that follows the Microsoft guidelines for RTF files, such asImporting / Exporting12/28/2009 1:15:49 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1515Some FD7 users report losing activations randomly. In most cases they're using an old version of Final Draft 7. Downloading and installing the 7.1.3Activating / Deactivating12/28/2009 1:15:48 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1512As part of our copy protection system, Final Draft and AV2.5 generate a different Challenge Code every time you open that window -- and a different CActivating / Deactivating12/28/2009 1:15:47 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1507The problem is caused by an improperly-placed Microsoft file called SMARTVSD. This is a known issue documented on the Microsoft knowledge base. ClickActivating / Deactivating12/28/2009 1:15:47 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1500Final Draft 7's online activation function is incompatible with OS X.1. The computer must be activated manually. For more information on how to do aActivating / Deactivating12/28/2009 1:15:46 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1495No. Activating your computer doesn't give us a single bit of information about you, your computer, data on your hard drive or when or how you're usinActivating / Deactivating12/28/2009 1:15:45 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1494Click HERE for instructions for Final Draft v.8.Click HERE for instructions for Final Draft v.7 and AV2.5.Applies to v.8 / 7 / AVActivating / Deactivating12/28/2009 1:15:45 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1485To deactivate Final Draft v. 8:Open the program and go to Help > Deactivate. If you have an internet connection, choose Online Deactivation. The pActivating / Deactivating12/28/2009 1:15:44 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1478Activating online is fast and easy. When you launch the program you'll be prompted to activate: If you have an internet connection, choose OnlineActivating / Deactivating12/28/2009 1:15:44 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1477If you're running Final Draft v.7 or v.8 with Sassafras Keyserver on an Intel Mac and Final Draft asks for activation: Quit Final Draft; Go to MacActivating / Deactivating12/28/2009 1:15:44 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1475No. The CD no longer acts as a key. Once you install Final Draft 7, you have 15 days to activate the program so it can continue to run on your hard dActivating / Deactivating12/28/2009 1:15:43 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1466To render a block of text as a different element with the keyboard (to change for example a scene heading to action), simply place the blinking cursoFormatting12/28/2009 1:15:43 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1344Out4Life is installed with the Final Draft program on your hard drive. If you can't find it, you may be looking on the CD and not the hard drive. TUsing the Program12/28/2009 1:15:34 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1342Some templates have text to show you what these different formats look like. To remove the text from one of these documents, go to Edit > Select AUsing the Program12/28/2009 1:15:34 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1339When you open one of the text documents, i.e. outline, it opens with an example of what that type of document can look like.You can highlight all theUsing the Program12/28/2009 1:15:34 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1337Stationery files are not meant to be opened directly. To open a new document in one of these formats (i.e. Sitcom, Stageplay, Friends, etc.), open FiUsing the Program12/28/2009 1:15:34 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1336Print Preview is a function of the printer driver. If you don't have a printer driver installed or selected, the preview can't generate. If you do haUsing the Program12/28/2009 1:15:34 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1335Some television shows (such as Friends) have a scene or scenes before the opening credits. In the script this scene or scenes are called the COLD OPUsing the Program12/28/2009 1:15:33 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1332To access a downloadable, printable shortcut guide for Windows in PDF format, click HERE. To access a downloadable, printable shortcut guide for MacUsing the Program12/28/2009 1:15:33 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1326At the moment. the "New" button is a Windows-only feature. To create a new macro on Mac, use an existing macro and change it to your specifications.Using the Program12/28/2009 1:15:32 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1325Depending on which panel is selected or maximized, certain menu items will be unavailable. For example, if the Navigator panel is selected or maximiUsing the Program12/28/2009 1:15:32 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1324You're probably working in a text document instead of a script document. Some features are disabled for text documents. Applies to v.8 / 7 / 6 / 5/Using the Program12/28/2009 1:15:32 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1322If you have OS X.2, you may experience page redrawing issues, potentially culminating in a crash. The remedy is to delete your preferences and thenUsing the Program12/28/2009 1:15:32 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1318Hitting Return or Enter only places blank elements in your script that can affect pagination later when you make revisions. Instead, simply change thUsing the Program12/28/2009 1:15:32 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1316To convert a block of text from one element to another, place your cursor in the element (no need to highlight it all) and: Mac: Press Command [ApUsing the Program12/28/2009 1:15:31 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1314To be consistent with Mac OS X design conventions, the Zoom menu and the Elements menu have been moved to the Status bar at the bottom of the Final DUsing the Program12/28/2009 1:15:31 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1313We've heard of this happening on a few Windows computers but we have been unable to replicate this behavior on any of our computers. We believe somUsing the Program12/28/2009 1:15:31 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1311Interior/Exterior refers to shots made in both an interior and an exterior. It's used in writing, for example, a police chase where we start inside aUsing the Program12/28/2009 1:15:31 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1308If your Final Draft script icons now don't do what they're supposed to do when they're double-clicked, the upgrade to the operating system probably bUsing the Program12/28/2009 1:15:30 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1307You probably started writing in a text document instead of a script document. A text document is unformatted, much like a new file in a regular wordUsing the Program12/28/2009 1:15:30 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1305This problem was eliminated with the 7.1.2 update. 10-30-06 -- Version 7.1.2 has been superseded by Version 7.1.3 but there's no need to install anyUsing the Program12/28/2009 1:15:30 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1301Put the blinking cursor at the beginning and hit Control+1 on Windows or Command+1 on Mac. This will move the first Scene Heading down and allow youUsing the Program12/28/2009 1:15:30 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1300When you open a new treatment in v.8 (File > New from Stationery) or v.7 / 6 / 5 (File > New), and select Text Documents > Treatment, there'Using the Program12/28/2009 1:15:29 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1299You're using the wrong key. In a Scene Heading, Enter/Return takes you to the next element. The key you want to use to go from INT. or EXT. to locaUsing the Program12/28/2009 1:15:29 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1297Put the blinking cursor in the paragraph or on the word you want to bookmark. In this example the cursor is at the beginning of “Daddy's layiUsing the Program12/28/2009 1:15:29 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1295At the moment there are no menu commands or keyboard shortcuts for toggling the case of selected text. Instead, you can place the Toggle Case icon inUsing the Program12/28/2009 1:15:29 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1294Open Final Draft and go to File > New. Choose the TV Templates sub-menu and then choose the show template you want. A blank document in this formUsing the Program12/28/2009 1:15:29 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1291The best way for you to see how the different formats look is to open the sample script included with the program, The Swans of Brooklyn -- script. IUsing the Program12/28/2009 1:15:28 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1289To display two different scripts side by side, open one of them and then the other. At this point you'll only see one of the two. Go to Window and chUsing the Program12/28/2009 1:15:28 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1280Final Draft has a scaling feature that resizes the onscreen text depending on the screen resolution. On Windows, in the tool bar, you'll see a numbUsing the Program12/28/2009 1:15:27 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1278If you hit hold down the SHIFT key and press ENTER (Windows) or SHIFT+ RETURN (Mac) Final Draft will put in a hard return and send the blinking cursUsing the Program12/28/2009 1:15:27 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1277No, dual dialogue only works with the built-in Character and Dialogue elements. You cannot create another element to use with dual dialogue. AppliesUsing the Program12/28/2009 1:15:27 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1276Macros can be used to create any text with a simple keystroke combination. The macros setup window is found under the Document menu. You can createUsing the Program12/28/2009 1:15:27 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1274Follow these steps to create a separate page for the cast list in a stage play: Go to Tools > Reports > Cast Report; Uncheck Number of SpeakUsing the Program12/28/2009 1:15:27 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1271STEP ONE: DOWNLOAD THE UPDATE Visit the Final Draft version 7 Updates & Downloads page and follow the instructions listed to download the updatUpdating-Upgrading12/28/2009 1:15:27 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1264It's not necessary to uninstall a previous version of Final Draft, but it's also not necessary for the older version to be installed before you instaUpdating-Upgrading12/28/2009 1:15:26 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1257The Final Draft v.8 installer is a full program that installs all necessary components into its own folder. You don't need to move any components frUpdating-Upgrading12/28/2009 1:15:25 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1254Yes. The upgrade installer is the full program and doesn't need to see any previous installation of Final Draft on the computer first. Applies to vUpdating-Upgrading12/28/2009 1:15:25 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1253No. Although v.8 has a different file format from all previous versions of Final Draft, when you open a script created in v.5, 6 or 7, v.8 will autoUpdating-Upgrading12/28/2009 1:15:25 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1251No. Final Draft v.8 will install to its own folder and won't overwrite any earlier version. You can uninstall any older versions of Final Draft if yoUpdating-Upgrading12/28/2009 1:15:25 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1216Because of the way Tagger identifies elements in scripts, sometimes it will identify FADE IN or FADE OUT as a Scene Heading. The simple solution isTagger12/28/2009 1:15:21 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1212First, if you don't have Final Draft 7.1.3 (click HERE for information about how to determine which version you have), the free 7.1.3 update is availTagger12/28/2009 1:15:21 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1210This problem has been eliminated in the newest version of Tagger. The free download is available HERE. Applies to TaggerTagger12/28/2009 1:15:20 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1209This problem can occur in scripts written in FD5, FD6 or earlier versions of FD7 because they don't place into the scene heading elements certain pieTagger12/28/2009 1:15:20 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1207Tagger is installed to a separate location on your hard drive. On Mac, the default is Applications. On Windows, there's a separate folder marked "FTagger12/28/2009 1:15:20 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1206To get a Tagger file into Movie Magic Scheduling in OSX: In Tagger, go to File > Export to Schedule; Save the file to a convenient location, suTagger12/28/2009 1:15:20 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1205No. Due to under-the-hood changes in how Final Draft saves a script and how certain pieces of information are embedded in the file.If you have FinalTagger12/28/2009 1:15:20 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1204You can't import a file written in Final Draft v. 5 / 6 / 7 directly into Tagger 2. You must first open it in v.8 and save it as a Final Draft 8 docTagger12/28/2009 1:15:20 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1187Yes, Final Draft will run on a computer with this chip, although it might not move as fast as it would on a computer with a more powerful CPU. AppliSystem Requirements / OS12/28/2009 1:15:19 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1186Yes. Final Draft v.8 will run on just about any computer on the market today. It'll operate on any Pentium III or equivalent (such as a Celeron), butSystem Requirements / OS12/28/2009 1:15:19 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1171These problems are the result of a broken file association. Log out, then log back in as admin; your script file icons should then be correct and, whSystem Requirements / OS12/28/2009 1:15:17 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1168Right-click on the Documents and Settings folder and select Properties Click on the Security tab Click on the Advanced button Select Everyone anSystem Requirements / OS12/28/2009 1:15:17 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1163The standard format for an OS X hard drive from Apple is HFS+. Although there is an option to format the drive as UNIX, if you choose it Final DraftSystem Requirements / OS12/28/2009 1:15:17 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1151Yes. Final Draft v.8 has no problems with File vault. While versions of Final Draft 7 prior to 7.1.3 may crash on launch when File Vault is enabledSystem Requirements / OS12/28/2009 1:15:15 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1149No. Final Draft will only run in HFS+. Applies to v.8 / 7 / 6 / 5/4System Requirements / OS12/28/2009 1:15:15 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1147Final Draft v.7 and 8 were designed to be installed, activated and run on a local hard drive. They were not designed for or tested in a network enviSystem Requirements / OS12/28/2009 1:15:15 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1138No. You don't need to have a printer hooked up, but you may need to have a printer driver installed so Final Draft and AV will be able to paginate prSystem Requirements / OS12/28/2009 1:15:14 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1137Someone did call in with this question. The answer is yes, a computer makes the software run much faster. Applies to v.8 / 7 / 6 / 5/4System Requirements / OS12/28/2009 1:15:14 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1136No version of Final Draft or AV has been engineered for Windows launched under Mac OS X's Boot Camp so if you have an issue, although we'll try ouSystem Requirements / OS12/28/2009 1:15:14 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1134No version of Final Draft or AV has been engineered for 64-bit Windows XP computers and if you contact us with an issue we may not be able to resolvSystem Requirements / OS12/28/2009 1:15:14 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1127Final Draft v.8 will automatically copy your v.7 User Dictionary where it needs to be. Users of Final Draft v.6 and earlier will have to rebuild thSpellcheck12/28/2009 1:15:13 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1122Due to changes in their file structure, no foreign-language spell-check that was installed to a previous version of Final Draft will work with FinalSpellcheck12/28/2009 1:15:12 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1119After the International Edition boxes went to print, unfortunately we discovered that we will be unable to offer the Polish (Polski) or Finnish (SuomSpellcheck12/28/2009 1:15:12 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1118At the moment FD7 can't do this. It will probably be built into a future iteration. Applies to v.7Spellcheck12/28/2009 1:15:12 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1117Go to Tools > Spelling and click the Options tab. Uncheck the box next to Automatic Spell Checking. Applies to v.8 / 7 / 6 / 5/4Spellcheck12/28/2009 1:15:12 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1116To install on Mac: Insert the CD-ROM. Double-click CD icon on desktop. Click and drag the Dictionary Installer file to your desktop. EjectSpellcheck12/28/2009 1:15:12 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1115First, make sure you installed it to the hard drive. The installer will install the files to the proper directory automatically. In Final Draft, go tSpellcheck12/28/2009 1:15:11 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1114Open the Final Draft folder. While holding down the Control Key, click and hold the mouse on the Final Draft.app file.You will get a contextual mSpellcheck12/28/2009 1:15:11 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1110This problem has been eliminated with the 7.1.3 update. Uninstall your current version of Final Draft 7 and run the full 7.1.3 installer. The step-bSpellcheck12/28/2009 1:15:11 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1107In Final Draft, the default screenplay format is already designed for 3-hole paper, so there's no need to alter the margin. If you would like to indSettings12/28/2009 1:15:11 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1105Go to the Final Draft menu > Preferences. Check the box marked Scroll Keys Mimic MS Word. You'll be able to use the Home and End keys to go to theSettings12/28/2009 1:15:10 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1103Final Draft defaults to Page view, in which you can see on your screen how the printed page will look. If you increase the scaling (zoom) to, for exaSettings12/28/2009 1:15:10 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1099If you can write your play without using the Parenthetical element as the Parenthetical element, you can make it work as the Action element. GoSettings12/28/2009 1:15:10 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1098Final Draft v.8 gives the user the ability to choose the opening screen when the program is launched: a new document or the last documents open. WinSettings12/28/2009 1:15:10 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1095If you don't want Format Assistant to scan your script for formatting errors prior to a particular print job, go to File > Print and uncheck the SSettings12/28/2009 1:15:09 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1092Place your cursor anywhere in the words FADE IN: ...and click on the Elements dropdown menu. Choose General... ...and this particular blockSettings12/28/2009 1:15:09 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1090Go to Format > Elements. Click on the Paragraph tab. In the list on the left, click the element you'd like to be spaced at 1.5. Open the SpSettings12/28/2009 1:15:09 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1088The 7.1 update doesn't change these settings, they are only in effect on a computer that hasn't had FD7 on it before. All you have to do is go to ToSettings12/28/2009 1:15:09 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1087On Windows, go to the View menu and choose Toolbars. Select the toolbars you want and they'll appear. On Mac, go to the View menu and choose ToolbSettings12/28/2009 1:15:08 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1086On Windows, go to the View menu and choose Toolbars > Customize. Click the Toolbars tab, select the toolbar(s) you want and it/they will be displaSettings12/28/2009 1:15:08 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1085You turned on Revision Mode, a production feature used to denote changes in subsequent drafts of a shooting script. For information on how to turn iSettings12/28/2009 1:15:08 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1082If in your script you went to Format > Elements and changed some settings, you can load back into the script the settings from the default templatSettings12/28/2009 1:15:08 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1079Has the background or text color been changed? Go to Document > Page Layout > Colors. If the background color and the text color are the same,Settings12/28/2009 1:15:08 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1076Under Document > Page Layout > Options are the four possible line spacing settings: Very Tight, Tight, Normal and Loose. A 100-page (exactly)Settings12/28/2009 1:15:07 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1071To change the case of the character Continueds, go to Document > Mores and Continueds and in the appropriate box(es) overtype the existing text usSettings12/28/2009 1:15:07 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1068Although screenplays usually don't have the first page numbered -- the first page number the reader sees is usually "2" on Page 2 -- to change this gSettings12/28/2009 1:15:07 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1067This feature is defaulted to be on. To toggle it on or off, go to Document > Mores and Continueds and check or uncheck the box for Automatic ChSettings12/28/2009 1:15:07 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1066If you're completely done with your script, you can go to Edit > Select All and then go to Format > Spacing and change it to 2. If you add texSettings12/28/2009 1:15:07 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1064To automatically start every new scene on a new page: Go to Format > Elements; Click Scene Heading from the list on the left; Check the box toSettings12/28/2009 1:15:07 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1061Windows: Go to View > Toolbars > Customize and choose the Buttons tab in the middle. Click the category you need from the list on the left anSettings12/28/2009 1:15:06 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1060Windows: Go to View > Toolbars > Customize and choose the Commands tab. Click the category you need from the list on the left and on the rightSettings12/28/2009 1:15:06 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1059One of of the things Final Draft does to make it easy to write a script in the correct format is to move you from one element to the next logical eleSettings12/28/2009 1:15:06 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1057These are called Smart Quotes. To change this to standard quotes (typewriter-like), go to Document > Page Layout > Options and uncheck the boxSettings12/28/2009 1:15:06 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1055The only quick way to do this is to create a new element for each character's dialogue and set the font to be in that particular color. Go to FormatSettings12/28/2009 1:15:06 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1053Go to Document > Mores and Continueds and replace the English words in the boxes with the words you need. Applies to v.8 / 7 / 6 / 5/4Settings12/28/2009 1:15:06 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1051To change an element's side-to-side margins, go to Format > Elements. Click the Paragraph tab, click the element whose margins you want to alter aSettings12/28/2009 1:15:06 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1048If you don't want Format Assistant to scan your script for formatting errors, go to File > Print and (Windows) uncheck the Scan Script for FormattSettings12/28/2009 1:15:05 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1047This can happen on a Mac when the screen isn't maximized. Go to the Window menu and click Zoom window. This configures the size of the screen to youSettings12/28/2009 1:15:05 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1046Yes. You can change Final Draft's default open-from and save-to folder to any directory you choose. Go to Tools > Options and the General tab yoSettings12/28/2009 1:15:05 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1043To change the location of the backup folder on a Macintosh, first create the folder you want to use. In this example we will create a folder labeledSettings12/28/2009 1:15:05 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1039You can easily create customized script templates by creating a new document, configuring it to your specifications and saving it as a template.For iSettings12/28/2009 1:15:04 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1036Any setting(s) can be your default by creating a new document, configuring it to your specifications and saving it as a stationery file. Open FinaSettings12/28/2009 1:15:04 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1034The location for all "Mores" and Continueds is in a fixed position. However, you can raise the header margin by going to Document > Page Layout. DSettings12/28/2009 1:15:04 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1031Yes, you can change the location of the auto backup folder. For Windows instructions click HERE. For Macintosh instructions click HERE. Applies toSettings12/28/2009 1:15:04 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1028Yes. You can change Final Draft's default open-from and save-to folder to anything you want. Go to Tools > Options. You'll see Documents FolderSettings12/28/2009 1:15:04 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1027You can save any script file as a template (stationery) and use it as your default script.For instructions for v.8, click HERE.For instructions for vSettings12/28/2009 1:15:03 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1026Yes. Go to Document > Header and Footer > Options and you can change the starting page number. Applies to v.8 / 7 / 6 / 5/4Settings12/28/2009 1:15:03 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1024Yes, Final Draft 5, 6 and 7 can apply to any script the template (margins, element settings, elements, etc.) of any other Final Draft script. ClickSettings12/28/2009 1:15:03 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1022Open your script and go to Format > Elements. Click Apply a Template (FD7.1) or Load (FD7.0x, FD6, FD5). At the bottom of the next window,Settings12/28/2009 1:15:03 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1021Open your script and go to Format > Elements. Click Apply a Template (FD7.1) or Load (FD7.0x, FD6, FD5). At the bottom of the list, clicSettings12/28/2009 1:15:03 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1019Final Draft has carefully selected industry readers with a minimum of five years experience providing coverage for a major producer or agent. All reaScriptXpert12/28/2009 1:15:03 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1018We accept Final Draft (.FDX, .FDR or .FDS) or Adobe Acrobat (.PDF) files.Applies to ScriptXpertScriptXpert12/28/2009 1:15:03 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1016A formatting check is a page-by-page review of your script, covering all aspects of proper script formatting. Notes are made on each page explainingScriptXpert12/28/2009 1:15:02 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1014The ScriptXpert Consultation Service is a phone consultation with the reader who did the coverage on your script. This one-on-one time with the readeScriptXpert12/28/2009 1:15:02 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1012Coverage consists of a one-page "grade sheet" evaluating your script on its key components. An additional three to four pages detail the strengths anScriptXpert12/28/2009 1:15:02 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1011If your script comes back from our readers with a grade of "recommend" we'll contact you and ask if you would like us to forward your logline and conScriptXpert12/28/2009 1:15:02 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1010Just tell us. Our readers can change the coverage format to explain how to make your script ready to send out to agents and producers. If this is youScriptXpert12/28/2009 1:15:02 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1008A phone consultation may be added to any order up to one week after previously ordered coverage is returned to the customer. We do not allow Phone CoScriptXpert12/28/2009 1:15:01 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1005We're environmentally-conscious and strongly prefer digital scripts. We accept Final Draft (.FDX, .FDR or .FDS) or Adobe Acrobat (.PDF) files.ApplieScriptXpert12/28/2009 1:15:01 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1003Yes, you can. ScriptXpert is designed as a tool you can use over and over, for the same script or for different scripts. If you have used our serviceScriptXpert12/28/2009 1:15:01 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1002No, matter how much time of your allotted time you use, we must pay the reader for blocking out his or her time.Applies to ScriptXpertScriptXpert12/28/2009 1:15:01 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1000No. You must rebook another consultation within the seven days from the day that you last spoke to the reader. Readers do not have access to your finScriptXpert12/28/2009 1:15:00 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=978Click HERE for information about Final Draft version 8's exciting new features and enhancements. Applies to v.8Sales12/28/2009 1:14:58 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=976If you did register, your information may have been entered incorrectly. Please contact a Final Draft Customer Sales Representative at 800-231-4055 oSales12/28/2009 1:14:58 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=953Yes, the demo can be turned into a full working version by purchasing a Customer Number. Please call our Sales Department at 800-231-4055 for more inSales12/28/2009 1:14:56 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=943You can find the Transfer of Ownership form in the yellow menu bar at the top of this page under Support / Customer Service. Or you can simply clickProgram Management12/28/2009 1:14:55 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=939You may have registered during the installation/set-up already or at some other time. If you try to register again, you will get this message. SimplProgram Management12/28/2009 1:14:55 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=938Activation is a simple procedure that can be done online in a matter of seconds or by calling our customer support line and choosing the free manualProgram Management12/28/2009 1:14:55 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=927Yes. Each version of Final Draft has its own uniquely-configured Customer Number. This number is required for registration, activation, technical suProgram Management12/28/2009 1:14:54 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=926If you've already registered once with your Customer Number, it 's not necessary to register again if you are merely reinstalling or installing to aProgram Management12/28/2009 1:14:53 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=921Registering your copy of Final Draft does just that, registers you as a licensed user of Final Draft. Activation is a separate procedure. For instruProgram Management12/28/2009 1:14:53 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=920You may have already registered during the installation/set-up or at some other time. If you try to register again, you'll get this message. SimplyProgram Management12/28/2009 1:14:53 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=917In most cases, Final Draft, Inc. has no record of which number belongs to which customer until the number is registered by the customer.If you purchaProgram Management12/28/2009 1:14:52 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=915If you got the FD7 downloadable version, you most likely bought it from The Writers Store, not from Final Draft, Inc. The Writers Store sent you anProgram Management12/28/2009 1:14:52 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=914If you've registered with us, click HERE. You will be directed to a form to enter your e-mail address. Be sure this is the e-mail address with whProgram Management12/28/2009 1:14:52 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=913There are no restrictions of any kind on the academic version. You can continue to use your copy of Final Draft after you leave school, and we hope iProgram Management12/28/2009 1:14:52 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=905Registering your Final Draft or AV customer number ensures that you're recognized as the legal owner of the license and that you're eligible to receProgram Management12/28/2009 1:14:51 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=901If you've purchased an upgrade from an earlier version, we do strongly recommend that you register so you're eligible to receive technical support, rProgram Management12/28/2009 1:14:51 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=898If you have Final Draft 5, the Customer Number came on the registration card in the box. On this card is a printed number that looks like this: FD5-Program Management12/28/2009 1:14:50 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=897Yes, the demo can be turned into a full version by purchasing a Customer Number. Please call our Sales Department at 800-231-4055 for more informatioProgram Management12/28/2009 1:14:50 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=896No. In the case of a standard or academic retail package, only one person is allowed to be listed as the owner of the software. A writing partnershiProgram Management12/28/2009 1:14:50 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=895Yes. We encourage users to continue with our software even if they're no longer students. Applies to v.8 / 7 / AV2.5Program Management12/28/2009 1:14:50 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=892No, Final Draft v. 8 must be installed onto the computer's hard drive. However, you can install the program on as many computers as you like; once thProgram Management12/28/2009 1:14:50 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=889You've turned on Revision Mode. This is a feature that denotes changes made to a script. Once one set of revisions is complete, you can change the reProduction12/28/2009 1:14:49 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=888Final Draft doesn't register a strikethrough as a revision. To mark it revised, highlight the word and go to Production > Mark Revised. This wilProduction12/28/2009 1:14:49 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=875Yes. Go to File > Print, check the Active Revision radio button, check the Revisions in Color box and then choose the Save as PDF command (PrintProduction12/28/2009 1:14:48 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=873Before you print, go to Production > Revisions. With your Delete or Backspace key, remove the asterisk from the Revision Mark box and click OK. ThProduction12/28/2009 1:14:48 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=872When A pages are locked and you insert enough material between Page 4 and Page 4A to generate a new page, that new page will be listed with a lowercaProduction12/28/2009 1:14:48 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=871The program sees the A page as an extension of the whole numbered page and will not separate the two. Page 1 will print with 1A (and vice-versa). AppProduction12/28/2009 1:14:48 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=870Go to File > Print and in the print dialogue window make sure Print Revised Pages Only is checked. Note to Mac users: In the print dialogue windProduction12/28/2009 1:14:48 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=868Final Draft allows you to number any element or any line you want. To number a particular element: Go to Production > Scene Numbers; Click AddProduction12/28/2009 1:14:48 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=866Scene numbers do not move when a scene is shifted elsewhere in the script. Most productions prefer to put in an Omitted Scene marker for that scene nProduction12/28/2009 1:14:47 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=865This is a known issue that sometimes occurs with dual dialogue (two characters speaking at the same time with the dialogue side by side). The workaroProduction12/28/2009 1:14:47 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=863Place the cursor at the top of the page. Go to Production menu and choose Lock A Pages. Go to Production > Locking Tools. Select Adjust CurProduction12/28/2009 1:14:47 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=862When you lock your pages and then delete an entire page, this deleted page must be accounted for when redistributing pages. Final Draft v.7 / 6 / 5Production12/28/2009 1:14:47 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=859Scroll up a page and back. This will redraw your screen and the asterisks should disappear. Applies to v.7 / 6 / 5Production12/28/2009 1:14:47 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=858This sometimes occurs when the program divides the character element and thinks it is going across a locked page. The solution is to delete everythProduction12/28/2009 1:14:47 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=857It's likely that you formatted your script as a sitcom (half-hour) -- it's the only template that has feature. Go to Tools>Options>Document andProduction12/28/2009 1:14:46 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=855Go to Production > Scene Numbers and choose Add Numbers. From the Element dropdown, choose the other element you'd like to number (Shot, in thisProduction12/28/2009 1:14:46 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=854To change the names and colors of Final Draft's revision sets, go to Production > Revisions. Click the revision set you want to rename (in this exProduction12/28/2009 1:14:46 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=851Go to Production > Scene Numbers; click Number/Renumber (Mac) or Add Numbers (Windows) and click OK. You can choose which element to number butProduction12/28/2009 1:14:46 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=848Any element designated as a Scene Heading will be numbered when you add Scene Numbers to the Scene Headings. For anything that you designated as anotProduction12/28/2009 1:14:46 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=847This refers to the cast list element in the sitcom format. It is automatically generated by the program using only speaking characters and at the momProduction12/28/2009 1:14:46 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=846Go to Document > Header and Footer. Type your information into the header where you want it to show on the page. Note that this information wilProduction12/28/2009 1:14:46 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=844This is a known issue with Movie Magic Scheduling that the manufacturer, Entertainment Partners, is aware of with their Mac version. Please check wiProduction12/28/2009 1:14:45 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=843Final Draft will recognize only characters who speak in a scene. Characters with no lines, who are referred to only in action, will not be consideredProduction12/28/2009 1:14:45 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=842It depends on how you have your scenes already numbered. If you have Scene 1 and Scene 2 already numbered as such, then add a scene between them andProduction12/28/2009 1:14:45 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=841When the pages are locked and a page is deleted, its number gets combined with the next page. For example, if the sequence of pages is 1-1A-2 and 1AProduction12/28/2009 1:14:45 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=834Do you see them on screen but not in Print Preview? If so, the page number may have been adjusted out of the print parameter so that it cannot be pPrinting12/28/2009 1:14:44 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=833This is known issue. The workaround is to highlight the individual word and and use the underline button on the toolbar or hit Control+U. Applies toPrinting12/28/2009 1:14:44 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=832Some HP drivers (i.e. LaserJet 1200) have problems on certain operating systems with interpreting italicized Courier Final Draft text. Usually therePrinting12/28/2009 1:14:44 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=830This is a known issue. If Final Draft 7 is updated to include the option to print a Scene Navigator outline without action, this problem would then bPrinting12/28/2009 1:14:44 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=827These are standard sheets of paper with perforations for three index cards per sheet. Final Draft will automatically adjust the printing for these caPrinting12/28/2009 1:14:44 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=823Your printer may not be set to the proper page size or orientation (i.e. landscape instead of portrait). On Mac to go File > Page Setup and make sPrinting12/28/2009 1:14:43 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=822If, when you print, lettering isn't not showing up dark enough for you, it may be that you have a very high resolution selected for printing. ThisPrinting12/28/2009 1:14:43 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=821Your printer may be set to Landscape instead of Portrait. To check this: Close Final Draft; Click the Windows Start button; Navigate to the PrintPrinting12/28/2009 1:14:43 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=820Here are links to some popular printer driver web sites: Apple Brother Canon Epson HP Lexmark Okidata Panasonic Xerox We can'tPrinting12/28/2009 1:14:43 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=818Make sure you're in the correct panel when you click print or print preview. If you have split panels, or if you're in a particular view, you need tPrinting12/28/2009 1:14:42 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=815Go to HP's web site and download and install the latest driver for your printer. We've found that this solves some of these issues as these are olderPrinting12/28/2009 1:14:42 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=814This needs to be set in your printer. Since you have the default set at letter size (8 1/2 x 11) for the script, this is the size page your printer ePrinting12/28/2009 1:14:42 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=812This was an issue with the Courier Final Draft font that was corrected in the free 7.1.1 update. 10-30-06 -- NOTE: Build 7.1.1 has been supercededPrinting12/28/2009 1:14:42 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=811This is an HP issue that was solved with the release of the latest PCL5E printer driver. Posted 5/02, it can be downloaded HERE. This may change soPrinting12/28/2009 1:14:42 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=808This issue is caused by a corruption of the Courier Final Draft font and the remedy is to reinstall the font (click HERE for instructions). Once thePrinting12/28/2009 1:14:41 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=806This problem should be cleared away by installing the most recent version of the Courier Final Draft font. Click HERE for instructions. Applies toPrinting12/28/2009 1:14:41 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=805On Windows: Go to File > Print and towards the bottom of the window you'll see a check box to Print Title Page. On Mac: Go to File > PrinPrinting12/28/2009 1:14:41 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=801Go to File > Print. On Windows, under the Print Range area, you'll see Character sides. From the Character sides field, choose the name for whicPrinting12/28/2009 1:14:40 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=795This is a known issue on the Mac. If you have access to Final Draft on Windows, you will be able to print the highlight. We hope to have this fixedPrinting12/28/2009 1:14:40 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=789No. Fractional widths would put too much slop in the formatting and defeats the one-page-per-minute formula. They can also lead to anarchy and sociePrinting12/28/2009 1:14:39 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=788Neither Final Draft nor Final Draft AV require a Postscript printer. Applies to v.8 / 7 / 6 / 5/4Printing12/28/2009 1:14:39 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=775This issue was resolved with Version 7.1. 10-30-06 -- Version 7.1 has been superseded by Version 7.1.3 but there's no need to install any previous vPDF12/28/2009 1:14:38 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=771This was an issue with the Courier Final Draft font that was corrected in the free 7.1.1 update. 10-30-06 -- Version 7.1.1 has been superseded by VePDF12/28/2009 1:14:37 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=768This is a rare issue but it does occur from time to time. The remedy is to save the PDF to the Desktop rather than another location and it should exPDF12/28/2009 1:14:37 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=765File Vault locks your home folders (Desktop and Documents folder) and prevents Final Draft from saving PDF exports to these locations. The two optioPDF12/28/2009 1:14:37 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=762For information for v.8, click HERE.In Final Draft 7.1x, there's a check-box under Tools > Options > Document tab (Windows)...and Final Draft 7PDF12/28/2009 1:14:36 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=758Yes. Final Draft 6 and 7 have save to PDF options. In FD 7.1x go to File/Save as PDF. In FD 7.0x and FD6, go to File > Save As. Under the FormatPDF12/28/2009 1:14:35 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=751This can happen for a number of reasons. If the script was originally written in a font different from the one you're using now, there will be a pPagination12/28/2009 1:13:25 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=748This usually occurs only on Windows. The reason is that historically a Mac 12-point font was slightly smaller than a Windows 12-point font; when FinPagination12/28/2009 1:13:19 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=747This is caused by a couple of the default Acrobat Reader print settings. To print the PDF, open the PDF of your script in Acrobat Reader. Go to FilePagination12/28/2009 1:13:19 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=744Yes. Go to Document > Header and Footer and click on the Options tab. The default starting page number is 1; overtype this with the number you waPagination12/28/2009 1:13:19 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=742There are several ways to cheat the number of pages in your script. We recommend that you experiment with a test script before working with the mastePagination12/28/2009 1:13:19 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=741Administrators of Final Draft and AV 2.5 site licenses with 8FD-999, 7FD-999 or AV2-999 numbers can go here to activate and deactivate the software:hMultiple-User Licenses12/28/2009 1:13:19 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=739Click HERE to download the PDF. Applies to v.8 / 7 / AV2.5Multiple-User Licenses12/28/2009 1:13:18 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=738Click HERE to download the PDF. Applies to v.8 / 7 / AV2.5Multiple-User Licenses12/28/2009 1:13:18 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=737The most likely scenario is that a computer with an activated installation of Final Draft was imaged and then deployed. This won't work.To set up a mMultiple-User Licenses12/28/2009 1:13:18 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=736Computers running Final Draft v.8 software as part of a multiple-user site license (an 8FD-999 Customer Number) cannot be activated or deactivated wiMultiple-User Licenses12/28/2009 1:13:18 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=735Computers running Final Draft v.8 software as part of a Keyserver license (an 8FD-888 Customer Number) cannot be activated or deactivated with the onMultiple-User Licenses12/28/2009 1:13:18 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=734Computers running Final Draft 7 or AV 2.5 software as part of a multiple-user site license (a 7FD-999 Customer Number) cannot be activated or deactivMultiple-User Licenses12/28/2009 1:13:18 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=733Computers running Final Draft 7 or AV 2.5 software as part of a Keyserver license (a 7FD-888 Customer Number) cannot be activated or deactivated withMultiple-User Licenses12/28/2009 1:13:18 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=732If you're running FD7 with Sassafras Keyserver on an Intel Mac and Final Draft asks for activation: Quit Final Draft; Go to Macintosh HD > AMultiple-User Licenses12/28/2009 1:13:18 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=720Windows XP Service Pack 2 [SP2] is a major overhaul of the security features in Windows XP (click HERE for more information). One of the most notablMiscellaneous Tech12/28/2009 1:13:17 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=719This issue was resolved in Final Draft v.8. Information on the upgrade is HERE. Some users of Final Draft on Windows may find that their text has aMiscellaneous Tech12/28/2009 1:13:17 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=718Depending on which version of Windows you have, you may not have Character Map installed. Microsoft has information about installing Character Map HMiscellaneous Tech12/28/2009 1:13:17 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=714This is not a key. When you are instructed to press any key, this means you can press any of the keys on the keyboard (such as the Enter key, the R kMiscellaneous Tech12/28/2009 1:13:16 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=712In the Mac OS, when you operate dual monitors the computer sees both monitors as two parts of one giant desktop. When you go back to one monitor, theMiscellaneous Tech12/28/2009 1:13:16 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=711If Final Draft doesn't see a printer driver, you'll see the black dots. If you have a wired printer (one that's hooked up to the computer by a cableMiscellaneous Tech12/28/2009 1:13:16 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=710The rule of thumb is one minute per page, assuming the page is formatted to conventional industry standards. Final Draft's default template conformsMiscellaneous Tech12/28/2009 1:13:15 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=708"Magic Hour" is a screenwriting term that refers to the time of day immediately before, during and after sunset. It's used in the Scene Heading: EXMiscellaneous Tech12/28/2009 1:13:15 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=707This CD isn't made by Final Draft, Inc., it's made by a different company. You can reach their support service here: http://www.realstartdigital.comMiscellaneous Tech12/28/2009 1:13:15 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=705We took a customer's suggestion and added an Improve Script command. Go to Tools > Improve Script > Convert to > Comedy. NOTE: We removed the AddMiscellaneous Tech12/28/2009 1:13:14 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=704This is usually solved by installing the latest driver for the mouse, which you should be able to find at www.logitech.com. If you have Windows XP,Miscellaneous Tech12/28/2009 1:13:14 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=703We have been able to replicate this problem when the wheel notch is set to scroll one line at a time (the IntelliMouse defaults to 3). Please changeMiscellaneous Tech12/28/2009 1:13:14 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=695More and more programs that are carbonized for Mac OS X use extensions, per Apple. The use of filename extensions makes it easier to open a Final DraMiscellaneous Tech12/28/2009 1:13:13 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=694To remedy this, go to Window > Zoom and the program window should resize to fit your screen. Applies to v.8 / 7 / 6Miscellaneous Tech12/28/2009 1:13:13 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=693Click HERE to jump to the answer page on Apple's website. Applies to v.8 / 7 / 6Miscellaneous Tech12/28/2009 1:13:13 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=692For OS 8.6-9.2, restart your computer and when you see the Mac splash screen (the smiley guy) hold down the APPLE+OPTION keys until the computer comeMiscellaneous Tech12/28/2009 1:13:12 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=691Final Draft version 8 uses anti-aliased text. Information on the upgrade is HERE. Final Draft version 7 and older do not support anti-aliasing. ApplMiscellaneous Tech12/28/2009 1:13:12 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=688No, neither Final Draft nor AV are scriptable. Applies to v.8 / 7 / 6 / 5/4 / AV2.5Miscellaneous Tech12/28/2009 1:13:12 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=685No. Final Draft is strictly a formatting word processor. However, you can import your FD scripts into various storyboard programs as many of them havMiscellaneous Tech12/28/2009 1:13:11 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=682The remedy here is to do a thorough uninstall and then a clean reinstall with FD 7.1.3. Instructions for the thorough uninstall are HERE. The fullMiscellaneous Tech12/28/2009 1:13:11 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=680Scripts are submitted on white three-hole paper with brass brads in the top and bottom holes. Hard stock cover sheets with three holes are sometimesMiscellaneous Tech12/28/2009 1:13:11 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=678Yes, we really did get a call about this. We promise that there are no pink elephants, yellow giraffes or purple dinosaurs in Final Draft. AppliesMiscellaneous Tech12/28/2009 1:13:11 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=672You can read a script written in Final Draft on a Kindle by saving your Final Draft file as an HTML or TXT file, then sending the file wirelessly toMiscellaneous Tech12/28/2009 1:13:09 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=670This question was posed during our contest and it's really the mid-six-figures-against-a-million-dollar question. The answer seems to be unchanged siMiscellaneous Tech12/28/2009 1:13:09 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=668To create a screenshot on a Mac: With the image on screen, hit Apple+Shift+3 on your keyboard. You may hear the sound of a camera clicking. On MMiscellaneous Tech12/28/2009 1:13:09 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=664If you're running Final Draft on an older computer and find the program's running slowly, the first thing to do is restart your computer. Check yourMiscellaneous Tech12/28/2009 1:13:08 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=642Final Draft AV1 will install only on MacOS 8.6 or higher. There was a misprint on the Final Draft AV1 boxes that said the minimum requirement was OSInstalling12/28/2009 1:13:07 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=641This can be ignored. Close the error message box, launch Final Draft (Mac HD > Applications > Final Draft 7 > green Final Draft 7 icon) andInstalling12/28/2009 1:13:07 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=639If you copied and pasted the customer number in, it may have included extra spaces that render it an invalid number. Type the number in manually andInstalling12/28/2009 1:13:06 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=638This is a known issue and will be corrected in an upcoming iteration.Applies to v.8Installing12/28/2009 1:13:06 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=637This is the program that starts the installation process. When you insert the CD for the first time, the autorun launches and brings up the screen thInstalling12/28/2009 1:13:06 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=634Note: Due to Vista's focus on security, you may be prompted at certain points to confirm that you want to continue. Whenever you're prompted in thisInstalling12/28/2009 1:13:06 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=631Go to Macintosh HD > Applications and and open the Final Draft 7 folder. If there are any scripts (or other items) you need saved here, move thInstalling12/28/2009 1:13:06 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=624When you copy and paste your Customer Number from another screen, you might inadvertently copy unseen spaces, commas, dashes, etc.) as well, which wiInstalling12/28/2009 1:13:05 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=623When you install Final Draft, certain FD program files have to be installed into certain folders in your operating system. If you're not logged in aInstalling12/28/2009 1:13:05 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=621The full installers for FD7 (Mac and Win) are always available as free downloads from our website. Once you have the installer on your hard drive agInstalling12/28/2009 1:13:04 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=620The full installers for Final Draft v.8 (both Mac and Win) are always available as free downloads from our website. Once you have the installer on yInstalling12/28/2009 1:13:04 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=618This error message appears when the Windows installer package that's built into your operating system is too old to work with the Final Draft installInstalling12/28/2009 1:13:04 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=615Although it's perfectly safe to leave Final Draft Speech software on your computer, if you want to remove it click HERE to download the Microsoft WinInstalling12/28/2009 1:13:04 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=612IMPORTANT NOTE: Windows Vista users -- you may during the installation sequence be prompted to Allow or Deny installation; always choose Allow. IMPInstalling12/28/2009 1:13:03 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=605You can easily install Final Draft v.8 on an additional computer using one of the following methods: The full installer is always available for frInstalling12/28/2009 1:13:02 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=603IMPORTANT: IF YOU STORE ANY SCRIPTS IN THE FINAL DRAFT FOLDER , MOVE THEM TO SOME OTHER FOLDER ! If you have Final Draft 5, move the BACKUP folderInstalling12/28/2009 1:13:02 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=602When installing Final Draft on Windows XP Home, a message may come up asking you if you have "full authorization" and the installation may stall. TInstalling12/28/2009 1:13:02 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=601When you go through the Setup Assistant after first installing, you must click FINISH at the end. If you just close the window, the process won't haInstalling12/28/2009 1:13:02 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=592While the DVD drive should be able to read the CD, keep in mind that our CD's are Mac/Windows hybrids. If your drive has difficulty reading these tyInstallation Media12/28/2009 1:13:01 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=591Assuming your computer meets the minimum requirements, you can network the computer to another computer that does have a CD drive and copy the instalInstallation Media12/28/2009 1:13:01 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=583There is no workaround for this; saving as HTML ports the information in the script into an entirely different file format and the numbers that are bImporting / Exporting12/28/2009 1:13:00 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=581Simply change the file extension from .rpt to .sex and Movie Magic Scheduling should be able to import the file without any problems. Note that youImporting / Exporting12/28/2009 1:13:00 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=576Because you're using a hard return instead of allowing the text to wrap around in Word, when you import the text into FD, it recognizes it as a separImporting / Exporting12/28/2009 1:12:59 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=573Final Draft will import the following file formats: Text files (aka ASCII Text) RTF files File converter files (sometimes called FinalImporting / Exporting12/28/2009 1:12:59 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=571Final Draft software will import the following file formats: Text files (aka ASCII or Plain Text) RTF files File converter files (sometimImporting / Exporting12/28/2009 1:12:59 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=570Final Draft can export to the following file formats: Text only PDF (Adobe Acrobat Reader) RTF HTML Movie Magic Avid editing File cImporting / Exporting12/28/2009 1:12:59 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=567Open the file in Version 1 and export it as a text-only (ASCII) file. Open Final Draft 5-8, go to File > Open and open the text file. When proImporting / Exporting12/28/2009 1:12:58 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=559An error -108 is a memory allocation error, meaning that when you try to open the file in Movie Magic, there is an issue with memory. It could be thImporting / Exporting12/28/2009 1:12:57 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=556If you don't have access to Scriptware, Screenwriter, ScriptThing or whichever script program the script was written in, it's still possible to portImporting / Exporting12/28/2009 1:12:57 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=554When you Save As text only or Rich Text Format, you're saving only the text that you entered into the document. Things like page continueds, scene nuImporting / Exporting12/28/2009 1:12:57 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=550When you save (or export) as RTF, you're saving only the text that you typed into the document, not any Final Draft-specific features like automaticImporting / Exporting12/28/2009 1:12:57 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=548Most scanners come with OCR software (consult the scanner's manual for the details). This type of software converts the scanned image to electronic tImporting / Exporting12/28/2009 1:12:56 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=547To import Movie Master scripts into Final Draft: Open Movie Master (DOS version) Load the script that you want to import into Final Draft From thImporting / Exporting12/28/2009 1:12:56 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=543The way to get your Screenwriter 4 file (or any file written in another program) is to save as or export your original file as a text-only file, thenImporting / Exporting12/28/2009 1:12:56 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=540The way to get your Scriptware file, or any file written in another program, is to save as or export your original file as a text only file, then opeImporting / Exporting12/28/2009 1:12:56 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=535With your script open, go to File > Export > Avid XML Export: This will create a group of files that include an XML file and files for eachImporting / Exporting12/28/2009 1:12:55 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=534With your script open, go to Tools > Reports > Avid XML Export This will create a group of files that include an XML file and files for eacImporting / Exporting12/28/2009 1:12:55 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=531First, get on a Mac running OS 8.x, 9.x or OS X's Classic mode. Next, get the Script Updater utility from our website under Support/Updates & DoImporting / Exporting12/28/2009 1:12:55 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=529Yes. To export a Final Draft script to Production Manager: Go to File > Save As. Change format to MacToolkit file. Save it. You can imporImporting / Exporting12/28/2009 1:12:55 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=528This is not an option in v.8. The technology in v.8 does not support v.4 files. Applies to v.8Importing / Exporting12/28/2009 1:12:55 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=527This is no longer an option in FD7. The current technology no longer supports FD4 files. Applies to v.7Importing / Exporting12/28/2009 1:12:54 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=523Yes, you can still import to and send from Three By Five. NOTE: We no longer offer technical support of any kind for Three By Five.Applies to v.8Importing / Exporting12/28/2009 1:12:54 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=522Yes. Go to File > Export. The Movie Magic/EP Scheduling format, .sex, is set as the default format. Import this file into the scheduling programImporting / Exporting12/28/2009 1:12:54 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=521Yes. Go to File > Save As. Under Format or Save as Type, select Movie Magic and save it. Import it into Movie Magic as instructed in their manual.Importing / Exporting12/28/2009 1:12:54 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=518Yes. If you have v.8, go to File > Export and choose the Movie Magic format. If you have v.7 / 6, go to File > Save As and choose the Movie MaImporting / Exporting12/28/2009 1:12:54 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=509Out4Life is a short sample script is installed with the Final Draft program on your hard drive. If you can't find it, you may be looking on the CD anGetting Help12/28/2009 1:12:53 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=504To view or download PDF menu maps for Final Draft v.8:Click HERE for WindowsClick HERE for Macintosh Applies to v.8Getting Help12/28/2009 1:12:52 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=503To view or download PDF menu maps for Final Draft: Click HERE for Windows Click HERE for MacintoshApplies to v.7Getting Help12/28/2009 1:12:52 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=500If you're not able to find a solution to your Final Draft issue in the online knowledge base, we invite you to try our interactive troubleshooter. ItGetting Help12/28/2009 1:12:52 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=486Support for the French version of Final Draft has been discontinued. For information about using the program, please refer to the PDF manual found iGetting Help12/28/2009 1:12:50 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=482Here's the fix: Go to Start > Run and type in the word "cmd" (without quotes); Press Enter and a Command window will open; Leave the Command wGetting Help12/28/2009 1:12:50 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=477This formatting issue has been eliminated with the release of Final Draft 7.1.3. Click HERE for the free update. Final Draft v.8 also includes thisFormatting12/28/2009 1:12:49 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=476To change the font size of a particular element, go to Format > Elements. Click Font. Click Set font. Change the size to whatever size you want.Formatting12/28/2009 1:12:49 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=475Two blank lines above a Scene Heading or a Shot is now considered by many to be standard screenplay format. If you want to change this, go to FormatFormatting12/28/2009 1:12:49 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=474The Cole & Haag format is an older screenplay format from Cole and Haag's book "Standard Screenplay Formats - Part I." The margins are shifted slFormatting12/28/2009 1:12:49 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=472This has been known to happen in files converted from FD4 to later versions. If this is the case, click HERE for information on how to repair your scFormatting12/28/2009 1:12:49 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=471You may be thinking of CONTINUED, which can be at the bottom right and top left, when a scene continues over a page. This is defaulted to be off as tFormatting12/28/2009 1:12:48 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=465If you have the Auto Character Continued turned on, the program will place this wherever a character's dialogue continues within a scene. If you don'Formatting12/28/2009 1:12:48 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=463An average screenplay is somewhere between 90-120 pages. For more information on screenwriting format, there are many good books available on the subFormatting12/28/2009 1:12:48 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=461You can create a Lyrics element to your specifications: Go to Format > Elements; Click New. Call the new element Lyrics (or whatever yoFormatting12/28/2009 1:12:47 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=457Go to Document > Header and Footer; In the header portion, highlight and delete the Page number box below the ruler; Go to the Footer tab andFormatting12/28/2009 1:12:47 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=456If the top of the page begins with a Scene Heading or an Act Break element designated to break a page, no "Continueds" will show at the bottom of theFormatting12/28/2009 1:12:47 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=455If the top of the page begins with a Scene Heading or an Act Break element designated to break a page, no "Continueds" will show at the bottom of theFormatting12/28/2009 1:12:47 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=454The best thing to do is to find a script like the one you are trying to write and copy its format. There are many sites on the net that post scriptsFormatting12/28/2009 1:12:47 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=452If the top of the page begins with a Scene Heading or an Act Break element designated to break a page, no Continueds will show at the bottom of theFormatting12/28/2009 1:12:47 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=451If you use Final Draft or AV for Windows, click HERE for instructions on inserting accent marks or symbols into a script. If you use Final Draft orFormatting12/28/2009 1:12:46 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=450For instructions and screenshots on cheating your page count in v.8, click HERE.For instructions and screenshots on cheating your page count in v.7 /Formatting12/28/2009 1:12:46 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=446Version 8: Choose File > New From Stationery... Versions 7 / 6 / 5: Choose File > New... ... > Scripts. You'll see Warner Bros. screenplayFormatting12/28/2009 1:12:46 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=443Yes. Go to File > New. Select Scripts. Under this heading you will see Stageplay. Double-click that to open a new play script. There are severalFormatting12/28/2009 1:12:46 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=442Yes. Go to File > New from Stationery. Under the Text Documents is an option for the Novel format. When you open it, there will be some sampleFormatting12/28/2009 1:12:46 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=440The Sample Treatment is meant to be a guide only and isn't formatted in any special way. Treatments are just regular text documents, so you can useFormatting12/28/2009 1:12:46 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=439You may have the auto cast list generator enabled in the character element. Go to Document > Page Layout > Options. Where it says AutomaticalFormatting12/28/2009 1:12:45 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=438If the auto cast list generator is enabled and the Cast Element is set to Character, you'll see character names placed in parentheses: Go to DocuFormatting12/28/2009 1:12:45 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=434You can alter the margin of a single element by placing your cursor anywhere within the element. You'll see left and right tab stops in the ruler;Formatting12/28/2009 1:12:45 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=432While this is not standard format, even if you have a name like McDonald, you can do this manually for a particular character. To do this: Double-Formatting12/28/2009 1:12:45 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=427Yes. All the production features of a shooting script, such as scene numbers, revisions and page locking, can be found under the Production menu. TheFormatting12/28/2009 1:12:44 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=425To the best of our knowledge, all caps is the consensus in the industry for a character extension next to the character name (parentheticals below thFormatting12/28/2009 1:12:44 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=424The default for the program was changed because Scene Continueds are not used in spec scripts, only production scripts. It's best to leave them off.Formatting12/28/2009 1:12:44 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=423Go to Document > Header and Footer. Triple-click your mouse in the header to highlight it completely. On Mac, go to Format > Highlight. MakeFormatting12/28/2009 1:12:44 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=418Final Draft v.6 introduced a new Courier Final Draft font for both Mac and Windows that is much cleaner and darker than the old font. This font is aFonts12/28/2009 1:12:44 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=417Final Draft 6 introduced a new Courier Final Draft font for both Mac and Windows that is much cleaner and darker than the old font. This font is alsFonts12/28/2009 1:12:43 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=415Final Draft for Windows uses only single-byte TrueType or OpenType fonts. Although other kinds of fonts may appear in the font list, only single-byteFonts12/28/2009 1:12:43 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=414Final Draft 6 and 7 install a new Courier Final Draft font, which normally is seen by the operating system as a different font than the FD5 Courier FFonts12/28/2009 1:12:43 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=412Click HERE for information on determining the version of Courier Final Draft on your computer and to download, if necessary, the current version. ApFonts12/28/2009 1:12:43 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=406Version 8 and versions 7 / 6 / 5 use different file formats: v.8 scripts use the XML-based .fdx format and the previous versions use the .fdr format.File Management12/28/2009 1:12:42 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=405This issue was eliminated with the release of Final Draft 7.1.3. Click HERE for the free update. Applies to v.7File Management12/28/2009 1:12:42 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=404This issue was eliminated with the release of Final Draft 7.1.3. Click HERE for the free update. Applies to v.7File Management12/28/2009 1:12:42 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=396When files are imported from FD4 and earlier into FD5, 6 or 7, they are considered converted files and is denoted in the file name. You should alwayFile Management12/28/2009 1:12:41 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=393Final Draft files are cross-platform compatible. Simply copy the file to a USB drive, disk, use a network hub or e-mail the file to the Mac and it sFile Management12/28/2009 1:12:41 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=392Yes, Final Draft files are 100% cross-platform compatible. If you have v.8 / 7, you should have no problem at all moving files back and forth from MFile Management12/28/2009 1:12:40 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=388When you save a FinalDraft script to a USB jump / flash / thumb / pen drive, you have to make sure that it's saving with the proper extension. ThatFile Management12/28/2009 1:12:40 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=385If a script opens in a previous version of Final Draft but returns this error message when it's opened in v.8, there is corruption in the file that tFile Management12/28/2009 1:12:40 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=382To rebuild your script: Go to File > Save As; Change the file name to something simple like script.txt; Change the Save As Type (Windows) or FFile Management12/28/2009 1:12:39 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=378To convert an FD4/5/6 template to an FD7 template: Go to File > Open; Navigate to where the template is stored on your computer and double-clicFile Management12/28/2009 1:12:39 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=372While OS X allows for longer file names, earlier Mac operating systems don't. Because Final Draft v.7 and 6 run in the earlier operating systems as wFile Management12/28/2009 1:12:38 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=371Sometimes when you open Final Draft 4 files on FD 5, 6 or 7 for Mac, the scaling does not translate properly. What you're seeing is the actual text oFile Management12/28/2009 1:12:38 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=365Yes. Final Draft 5, 6 and 7 automatically convert Final Draft 4 files. If you're moving a file from Mac to Windows, be sure to add a .fdr extensionFile Management12/28/2009 1:12:38 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=363Final Draft v.8 can open scripts written in versions 4, 5, 6 and 7. When they're opened in v.8 they will automatically be converted to the v.8 file fFile Management12/28/2009 1:12:37 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=360FD5 and FD6 files will open directly in FD7. FD7 files will open directly in FD5 and FD6, but any text you've written in the script's Summary CardsFile Management12/28/2009 1:12:37 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=358Yes. These versions all use the same file system. No conversion is necessary. If you want to open a file in FD4, Final Draft 5 and 6 allow you to doFile Management12/28/2009 1:12:37 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=355Windows -- Host's Computer Connected To a Router Connected To a Modem1. If the firewall is ON (Windows' default setting):A. Get the "real world" IP aFeatures12/28/2009 1:12:37 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=352Final Draft has an automatic backup feature that is slaved to the Save function. Every time you save your document, another date- and time-stamped coFeatures12/28/2009 1:12:36 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=351SmartType is used to ease repetitive typing of script elements like Character and Scene Heading. Since there are no repeated script elements in a stFeatures12/28/2009 1:12:36 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=350On Windows, during the installation process of Final Draft 5, there's an option to install Text-To-Speech. If you did not select this, go back throFeatures12/28/2009 1:12:36 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=349The three-hole page appears in Print Preview because the paper scripts are printed comes with three holes. We wanted it to look accurate. Applies tFeatures12/28/2009 1:12:36 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=348CollaboWriter may have difficulty connecting if the host's computer connects to the internet via a hardware broadband router and/or a software firewaFeatures12/28/2009 1:12:36 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=347Final Draft has several theater templates built in. Go to File > New from Stationery. Select Scripts. You'll see your options for stageplays. KeFeatures12/28/2009 1:12:36 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=346Go to File > New. You'll see a Templates heading. Click on it and a list of various TV templates will appear. Choose the one you want. A samFeatures12/28/2009 1:12:36 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=345Go to File > New from Stationery. Click on TV Templates and a list of various TV templates will appear. Choose the one you want. A sample temFeatures12/28/2009 1:12:36 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=343This is a known Mac issue. The workaround is to hit Stop instead of Pause. Then move your cursor to the new location and hit Play again. Applies toFeatures12/28/2009 1:12:35 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=341Any piece of dialogue that exceeds 100 words will be considered by the Statistics Report (Tools > Reports) as a monologue. Applies to v.8 / 7 /Features12/28/2009 1:12:35 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=340This is a known issue that was corrected in Final Draft v.8. Information on the upgrade is HERE. Applies to v.7Features12/28/2009 1:12:35 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=336This occurs if your operating system thinks it's supposed to be using the wrong connection type. Go to System Preferences. Choose Network. UndeFeatures12/28/2009 1:12:35 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=335This occurs because the Final Draft application file has been moved out of the Final Draft folder on the hard drive. In almost all cases the user haFeatures12/28/2009 1:12:34 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=333Text to Speech allows a script to be read back to you by different characters (voices). It is powered by the text-to-speech engines built in to the WFeatures12/28/2009 1:12:34 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=331To eliminate the tedium of having to type the same names and phrases over and over, Final Draft provides an automatic type-ahead facility called SmarFeatures12/28/2009 1:12:34 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=330Open one of your drafts. Go to Tools > ScriptCompare. An Open dialogue window will open, which will allow you to find and open the second script.Features12/28/2009 1:12:34 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=327CollaboWriter allows you to collaborate on and discuss a script with other Final Draft users anywhere in the world via the Internet. One person initiFeatures12/28/2009 1:12:34 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=324This is the extension for Final Draft 6 and Final Draft 7 template files to differentiate them from the standard .fdr document files. FDT files are rFeatures12/28/2009 1:12:33 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=323When the READ ALONG button is selected, the text being read will be highlighted as it scrolls through the script. Applies to v.8 / 7 / 6Features12/28/2009 1:12:33 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=322A template is a reusable document that contains all of the attributes of the script type that you want to write: element settings, page layout, headeFeatures12/28/2009 1:12:33 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=318Final Draft contains all the functions required to track the changes and meet the challenges that production brings to the script (and the writer).Features12/28/2009 1:12:33 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=315First, make sure you are running the latest version of the program. Click HERE to see which version you have. After you update, try again. If it stFeatures12/28/2009 1:12:32 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=314Only characters with lines to speak will appear on the cast list report. Characters mentioned only in action or dialogue, who don't have lines, won'tFeatures12/28/2009 1:12:32 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=312This is a simple fix: go to Document > SmartType and click Rebuild. Repeat the Rebuild command for each of the categories (Characters, ExtensionFeatures12/28/2009 1:12:32 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=310Macintosh -- Host's Computer Connected To a Modem Connected To a Router:1. If the firewall is OFF (Mac's default setting):A. Get your real world IP aFeatures12/28/2009 1:12:32 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=309Macintosh -- Host's Computer Connected Directly To a Modem 1. If the firewall is OFF (Mac's default setting): No additional steps need to be taken bFeatures12/28/2009 1:12:32 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=308Yes, and it's called character sides. For information, on how to print sides in v.8, click HERE. For v.7 / 6 / 5, click HERE.Applies to v.8 / 7 / 6Features12/28/2009 1:12:32 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=305Yes. Our format is based on industry consensus of how a script should look. Of course, there will always be variations to the format based on studioFeatures12/28/2009 1:12:31 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=304Yes. You can number any element you want. Go to Production > Scene Numbers; Click the Add numbers box; Change the element to the one you wantFeatures12/28/2009 1:12:31 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=302Yes. Final Draft has a couple of different stageplay or theater templates built in. Go to File > New. Select Scripts. You'll see several options,Features12/28/2009 1:12:31 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=297No. The new TV templates are for v.8 users. If you would like to use them and are registered with an older version of Final Draft, you can purchaseFeatures12/28/2009 1:12:30 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=293Header Labels are commonly used to print out the act or scene number in the header of each page. They have the ability to hold customized text for pFeatures12/28/2009 1:12:29 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=291This is a quick set of instructions; complete instructions for CollaboWriter can be found in the PDF Final Draft Reference Guide. One writer is theFeatures12/28/2009 1:12:29 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=290The feature is called Scene Navigator and it's useful in development and re-writing. You can rearrange your script's structure by dragging and droFeatures12/28/2009 1:12:28 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=287Any script's settings can be made to be your default by saving it as a template [FD 7.1x] or a stationery [FD 7.0x, FD6, FD5] file. Open Final DraFeatures12/28/2009 1:12:28 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=282You can create a page before the script by entering your quote text, then forcing a page break. In Final Draft v.8 / v.7.1x, go to Format > InserFeatures12/28/2009 1:12:27 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=280The Text-to-Speech feature in Final Draft use the text-to-speech function built in the Mac OS or the Microsoft Speech Engine on Windows. We're not aFeatures12/28/2009 1:12:27 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=278Yes, Final Draft's CollaboWriter feature enables you and any number of colleagues to edit and view a script online, in real time. For information onFeatures12/28/2009 1:12:26 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=277Yes. The feature is called Panels and is useful in developing your story and rewriting your script. You can arrange your beats and scenes by draggingFeatures12/28/2009 1:12:26 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=276This is by design. The Card view only displays scenes that start with a Scene Heading. If you change a Scene Heading to a Shot element, it's no loFeatures12/28/2009 1:12:26 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=273Yes. Go to Tools > Reports and click Statistics Report. This will generate an editable, savable report with lots of information, including a wordFeatures12/28/2009 1:12:25 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=269Yes. Go to Tools > Reports and click Statistics Report. This will generate a report with lots of information, including a word count, the number oFeatures12/28/2009 1:12:25 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=268There are two ways to do this. You can paste from the second document that you used for the comparison or you can save the comparison document as aFeatures12/28/2009 1:12:24 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=267Yes You can set the frequency (in minutes) with which Final Draft will automatically save your open scripts. You can also have the program prompt youFeatures12/28/2009 1:12:24 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=263Yes. That version of Collabowriter will work for both versions. However, Final Draft7's Collabowriter will only work between installations of FD7. ApFeatures12/28/2009 1:12:23 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=2451. Go to Start > All Programs;2. Right-click the shortcut to Final Draft 7 and choose Properties;3. Click on the Compatibility tab;4. Check thError Messages12/28/2009 1:12:21 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=243This issue was eliminated with the release of Final Draft 7.1.3. Click HERE for the free update. Applies to v.7Error Messages12/28/2009 1:12:20 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=233If you inadvertently leave an open-parenthetical ( or a close-parenthetical ) as a remnant of a character extension (V.O., O.C., etc.) next to aError Messages12/28/2009 1:12:18 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=232Assuming you do in fact have Final Draft on your hard drive, you will need to rebuild your desktop. This is a maintenence procedure that Apple recommError Messages12/28/2009 1:12:18 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=231This can occur if you rename the file's icon outside of Final Draft instead of going to Save As in Final Draft and changing the name of the file theError Messages12/28/2009 1:12:17 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=229A Type 2, 3 or 11 error is listed onApple's website as a hardware exception error. However, as with all Macintosh Type xx errors, they usually do noError Messages12/28/2009 1:12:17 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=228If your script begins with FADE IN: or any other piece of text that ends with a colon, remove the colon ( : ) and save the script with a differentError Messages12/28/2009 1:12:17 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=222This is an HP firmware error which we're not able to address. There's a forum on HP's website HERE. You may find a solution there or you may needError Messages12/28/2009 1:12:16 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=212This is an HP issue that was solved with the release of the latest PCL5E printer driver. Posted 5/02, it can be downloaded HERE. This may change soError Messages12/28/2009 1:12:13 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=209This is a known issue that our programmers are working on eliminating. In the meantime, you can simply attach a Final Draft file to an email messageError Messages12/28/2009 1:12:13 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=208Start by going to HP's web site and downloading and installing the latest driver for your printer. If this is a new error message and the printer useError Messages12/28/2009 1:12:12 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=206This is an Apple error message that comes up when you try to save to a folder to which you don't have permissions or write access. You can either savError Messages12/28/2009 1:12:12 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=205This is an Apple write permission error that occurs when you have a file already open with write permission. Try going to File > Save As and changError Messages12/28/2009 1:12:12 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=202This occurs for one of two reasons. In order to receive Microsoft certification for Windows XP, the installation program must use Windows Installer tError Messages12/28/2009 1:12:11 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=189If you're able to save the script: If you have a USB jump or thumb drive or an external USB drive, try saving the file there. If not: Go to File &Error Messages12/28/2009 1:12:08 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1613Please open an email ticket with a technician. We should be able to repair your file and send it right back to you.Error Messages9/24/2009 3:19:10 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1534For instructions on deactivating v.8, click HERE.For instructions on deactivating v.7, click HERE.For instructions on deactivating AV2.5, click HERE.Activating / Deactivating8/5/2009 2:59:52 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1350If you get an error message while downloading the installer or after you've downloaded it and double-clicked it, try downloading the installer with aInstallation Media7/10/2009 7:09:40 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=1349If you get an error message while downloading the installer or after you've downloaded it and double-clicked it, try downloading the installer with aInstalling7/10/2009 6:30:23 PM1440http://support.finaldraft.com/article.aspx?cid=1001&aid=225The sender may have used an ISP (internet service provider) which doesn't see Final Draft's unique file extention, .fdx or .fdr, as a valid file formError Messages7/7/2009 11:01:48 PM1440