Formatting
Learn how Jujukraft automatically formats your screenplay elements to industry standards.
How Formatting Works
Section titled “How Formatting Works”Jujukraft automatically applies industry-standard formatting to all screenplay elements as you write.
Automatic Element Formatting
Section titled “Automatic Element Formatting”Every element is automatically formatted with the correct:
- Margins and spacing
- Font and text formatting
- Page layout and structure
- Industry-standard appearance
Element Formatting
Section titled “Element Formatting”Scene Headings
Section titled “Scene Headings”Scene headings are automatically formatted as:
- ALL CAPS text
- Centered on the page
- Proper spacing above and below
Character Names
Section titled “Character Names”Character names are automatically formatted as:
- ALL CAPS text
- Centered on the page
- Proper indentation from margins
Dialogue
Section titled “Dialogue”Dialogue is automatically formatted as:
- Indented 3.5” from left margin
- Single-spaced with proper line breaks
- Maximum 35 characters per line
Action Blocks
Section titled “Action Blocks”Action blocks are automatically formatted as:
- Left-aligned with 1” margins
- Single-spaced with proper line breaks
- Present tense formatting
Parentheticals
Section titled “Parentheticals”Parentheticals are automatically formatted as:
- Indented under character name
- Parentheses formatting
- Proper spacing with dialogue
General Element Type
Section titled “General Element Type”For more general formatting options, you can use the general element type which provides:
- Flexible formatting for custom elements
- Manual control over margins and spacing
- Custom styling options
- Special formatting needs
Page Layout
Section titled “Page Layout”Automatic Page Setup
Section titled “Automatic Page Setup”Jujukraft automatically maintains:
- US Letter page size (8.5” x 11” / 21.59cm x 27.94cm)
- 1” margins on all sides
- Courier 12pt font
- Single-spaced text
- Proper page breaks
Page Numbering
Section titled “Page Numbering”Pages are automatically:
- Numbered in top right corner
- Consistent formatting
- Professional appearance
Next Steps
Section titled “Next Steps”- Master Keyboard Shortcuts
- Learn about Elements
- Explore Export Options