Celtx has all the tools you need to write, organize and collaborate in one modern, internet-friendly, free software application. It's the most complete media pre-production software program available anywhere, at any cost.
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WRITING TOOLS
Story Development FormsCeltx helps you develop your story with preloaded forms for key elements like locations, scenes, props, characters, and 32 other production categories. You can use the forms to organize your thoughts and kick-start a media rich storyline that includes sound files, images and video clips. Celtx story development forms are intelligently tied into your script, informing the story and each scene with valuable production information.
ScriptsCeltx includes six dedicated industry standard editors for writing:
- Screenplay
- Stageplay - International and US standard
- AV scripts - including documentaries, music videos and advertising.
- Audio Play - including radio plays and podcasts.
- Comic Book
- Plain Text
Celtx includes the essential features that writers need to keep their fingers moving - like intuitive formatting, text auto-complete, page breaks, dual column dialog, scene management, scratchpad, embedded notes, title page generation, pagination, printing, spellchecker, keyboard shortcuts, find and replace, script importing and exporting, PDF and HTML script reports, and collaboration.
Adapt ToWith a single click Adapt To converts any fully formatted script of one type into a fully formatted script of another - for example, a Stageplay to a Screenplay - displaying in an instant the multi-media potential of your work.
TypeSetTypeSet provides precise automatic formatting of your script to industry and international standards. The Celtx server uses the very powerful LaTex typesetting tool to deliver perfectly formatted scripts. Full support is provided for optional formatting features like Mores and Continueds, Scene Numbering and paper size. Encryption technology protects every project upload & download between the Celtx Server and the desktop.
Index CardsCeltx includes reversible, colour coded Index Cards that are intelligently tied to your script and auto populate with the Scene Headers and first 40 words or so of the scene. You can flip the cards to type notes on the back, colour code them to track plot lines, and drag and drop them to reorder scenes.
Template EngineIf the default setting for a Celtx project doesn't fit your needs, you can create your own new, blank state Template that will only open the documents you want.
PRE-VISUALIZATION TOOLS
StoryboardingTake your media project to the next level by adding a storyboard based on your script and adding individual or batch images in to the storyboard. Each storyboard image is accompanied with a shot description to help you communicate your creative vision. Rearrange images and sequences within the project to construct your visual narrative. Then when you're ready, use the slideshow feature to play the images to help pre-visualize your media project.
Media Rich Breakdowns You can add sound files, video clips, digital photos and scanned documents to your project to create a media intensive breakdown. You can then associate the media with any one of the 36 production categories, including wardrobe, props, and locations.
ORGANIZATION TOOLS
CatalogsCatalogs provide a way for you to organize and view the many production items and research details required in the pre-production stage of any media project. Each Celtx project includes a Master Catalog which auto-populates as you breakdown your script, ultimately providing a searchable dashboard view of all your story's elements and production items. Additional Sub-Catalogs can be created for specific production categories - like props, characters, and wardrobe.
External DocumentsYou can add any document from any application to your project - PDFs, budget spreadsheets, images, and scripts written in other applications - to help stay organized.
Scheduling, Call Sheets and Shooting ReportsCeltx includes a 'Just In Time' Scheduling feature that lets you manage your projects in real time. Open a schedule based on your script and drag and drop scenes to the calendar to build your shooting schedule. Generate customizable Shooting Reports to keep track of the resources you'll need during shooting, including lists of props, actors, and wardrobe items. Create Call Sheets to ensure your crew knows where and when to show up for the shoot.
Inter-Project Document ManagementYou can also drag and drop documents between projects. Grab a document from one Project Library and drop it in to another Project Library and you're done.
ToolboxNew for v2.0, you can now customize your Celtx application with a suite of new add-on productivity tools. Customization lets you better tailor Celtx to fit your particular needs.
Note: Are you interested in developing custom tools for Celtx? Check out our developers page for more information.
PUBLISHING TOOLS
Project CentralWhen your work is "in the can" you can publish it to Project Central and give the world a sneak peek at your work in progress and get peer reviews and comments. You can publish to Project Central through the new 'Upload' feature on the home page.
iPhone Viewing - 'My Celtx'View your Celtx projects from just about anywhere with a display optimized for your iPhone. Access 'My Celtx' at http://pc.celtx.com/mobile
CELTX STUDIOS
New web-based Celtx Studios integrate with Celtx software to provide a cost-saving and professional way to store, manage, and collaborate on your scripts and projects.
Celtx Studios are filled with innovative tools you can use to take your creativity and productivity to new heights.
Learn more about Celtx Studios.
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