Arc Studio Pro

Distraction-Free Writing with Industry-Standard Formatting

Arc Studio handles the sluglines and margins for you, so you can focus on the page. Eliminate distractions with Focus mode and boost productivity with a timed writing sprint. Already started in another screenwriting app? Import the file into Arc Studio.

You write, Arc Studio handles industry-standard formatting — so you can build momentum and get to "The End."

Visual Outlining on a Digital Whiteboard

Grow your idea into an outline with drag-and-drop story beat cards. Keep track of your storylines and characters with color-coded tags, and reference your notes and outline side-by-side with your script when it's time to write. Use the built-in notes app to freewrite and organize ideas, import character and story worksheets, or choose between multiple outlining templates.

Build your story from a solid foundation before you write the script.

Real-Time Co-Writing, Comments & Script Chat

Write live with your co-writers in the same room or across the country without glitching or lagging. Label and sort comments with custom tags, @ your collaborators to notify them, and chat with your collaborators next to your script. Grant and manage collaborators' access to your scripts with a click.

Co-write without friction — whether with a partner, a team, or an entire writers' room.

Automatic Backups, Draft History & Multi-Device Sync

Data encryption and automatic backups to your device and the cloud protect your work. Automatic draft history keeps deleted text for you, and the cloud done right means you can work offline or online seamlessly and access your script from multiple devices.

Write with peace of mind, knowing your work is backed up and always within reach.

Final Draft Import/Export and PDF Export

Arc Studio scripts are formatted according to industry standards, and the app can export a Final Draft file should you ever need it. Fountain & Final Draft export and PDF export are included. All the shortcuts work the same as Final Draft, so switching is seamless.

The only industry standard is the PDF of your script — and Arc Studio produces it.

Season Outlines, Revision Management & Feedback Links

Pro adds season outlines with 2 collaborators, revision management, feedback links, and The Stash. Optional add-ons available on Essentials and Pro include Table Read (assign voices to characters and narration, listen in the app, or download the audio), Character Images, and a Research Assistant.

Take your screenwriting to the next level with professional features built for production workflows.

• Industry-standard formattingScripts automatically comply with Hollywood formatting standards, eliminating manual formatting work.
• Integrated AI assistanceAI features are built into the writing workflow rather than requiring separate tools for story development.
• Real-time collaborationWriting teams can work simultaneously with changes visible instantly, designed for screenwriting workflows.
• Story structure feedbackAI provides specific, actionable feedback on pacing, act structure, and character arcs rather than generic suggestions.

• Limited to screenwritingThe platform is specifically designed for screenplays and cannot be used effectively for novels, articles, or other prose formats.
• AI quality variesDialogue suggestions and beat generation quality depends on the clarity of your input and may require significant refinement.
• Smaller user communityCompared to Final Draft, the user base is smaller, which may affect community resources and third-party integrations.
• Professional RealityArc Studio Pro is a strong tool for screenwriters who want AI assistance, but if your workflow requires deep integration with production scheduling software or budgeting tools, legacy options may offer more complete production pipelines.

TV writing room collaboration

A television writing team with multiple writers working on different episodes can collaborate in real time, with AI generating beat outlines for each episode and providing structural feedback across the season arc.

Independent film development

Solo screenwriters developing feature films can use AI beat generation to break story structure faster and receive feedback on pacing and character arcs before investing time in full drafts.

Content studio pipeline

Production companies managing multiple script projects can standardize formatting across writers and use AI feedback to maintain consistent story quality before scripts move to production.

Screenwriting education

Film schools and screenwriting programs can use the platform to teach proper formatting and story structure, with AI feedback helping students identify structural issues in their work.

Sign up for the free trial on the Arc Studio Pro website to access the full platform.

Create a new project and choose your script type — feature film, TV episode, or pilot.

Use the AI beat generator to create a story outline from your premise or logline.

Begin writing with automatic formatting active, and use AI dialogue suggestions as needed.