### Contents - [**Articles**](#resources-articles) - [**Discussions**](#resources-discussions) - [**Reports**](#resources-reports) # Screenwriting Software Resources ##### Articles, Discussions, and Reports to expand your knowledge on Screenwriting Software Resource pages are designed to give you a cross-section of information we have on specific categories. You'll find [articles](#resources-articles) from our experts, [discussions](#resources-discussions) from users like you, and [reports](#resources-reports) from industry data. [ContentsExpand/Collapse Contents](#) - [**Articles**](#resources-articles) - [**Discussions**](#resources-discussions) - [**Reports**](#resources-reports) ## Screenwriting Software Articles [![15 Best Screenwriting Software Platforms in 2022](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/Screen%20Shot%202022-09-29%20at%201.46.27%20PM-1.png "15 Best Screenwriting Software Platforms in 2022")](https://www.g2.com/articles/best-screenwriting-software) [ ### 15 Best Screenwriting Software Platforms in 2022 ](https://www.g2.com/articles/best-screenwriting-software) The lights dim, and the opening credits fade out, but the actors don’t say a word. How awkward would that be?  Screenwriting is the reason you have all your favorite movie quotes. “May the force be with you.” “There’s no place like home.” “Life was like a box of chocolates.” Such iconic words wouldn’t exist without those writing them all down. Screenwriters use screenwriting software to write film and television scripts that win awards and hearts everywhere. Screenwriting solutions offer the tools to auto-format screenplays, build characters and scenes, make notes for future video making, and collaborate in real time. What is screenwriting? Screenwriting is the art of writing scripts for television shows, movies, or other forms of media. The script is a technical document that tells a story through dialogue, character, and minimal description. The finished product is known as a screenplay.  What is screenwriting software? Screenwriting software is a software application for writing and formatting screenplays, television scripts, and other forms of scriptwriting. Some programs provide a specific range of features, such as a library where information can be stored permanently or specific tools for drafting a script in a particular genre. In other words, it helps screenwriters streamline the writing process and make organizing ideas into a cohesive story easier. The best software for scriptwriting helps writers get their vision from their head to the page. Best screenwriting software at a glance Best for small businesses: Final Draft Best by G2 user satisfaction: Final Draft Best by ease of use: Celtx \*These software solutions are ranked using an algorithm that calculates customer satisfaction and market presence based on reviews from our user community. For more information, please check out our G2 Research Scoring Methodology. Some user reviews may have been edited for clarity. Only 15 software could make the cut. And the nominees are… Best screenwriting software platforms of 2022 Final Draft Celtx WriterDuet Scrivener StudioBinder Movie Magic Screenwriter Trelby Tinkerlist Arc Studio Pro Highland 2 MasterWriter Dramatica Pro Fade In Boords Filmustage \*Above are the top 15 leading screenwriting software solutions from G2’s Summer 2022 Grid® Report. It’s a screenplay-eat-screenplay world out there. With so few projects making it to the big screen, how you choose to start your story could be the difference between a happy ending and a sad one.  8 out of 300 scripts get approved for production each year. Source: WeScreenplay 1. Final Draft [ ![Alexandra Vazquez](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Alexandra Vazquez") AV ](https://learn.g2.com/author/alexandra-vazquez) by Alexandra Vazquez ## Screenwriting Software Discussions 0 Question on: Final Draft [What is Final Draft used for?](/discussions/what-is-final-draft-used-for) What is Final Draft used for? Final Draft is used by industry pros and those wanting to become scriptwriters to write movie, TV, plays and just about anything media-based. But it has tools that make all that much easier including outlining (beat boards), split screens, real time collaboration, track changes and lots more. All the keystrokes are intuitive and create an easy flow to the writing process. I've used it since day one, and when I teach I train all my students use it. No serious screenwriter really considers using anything else. Answered: Mark Sevi on October 6, 2023 [Your answer](/discussions/what-is-final-draft-used-for/comments/new?remote=true) 0 Question on: Final Draft [Is it worth upgrading to Final Draft 11?](/discussions/is-it-worth-upgrading-to-final-draft-11) Is it worth upgrading to Final Draft 11? The current upgrade would be to Final Draft 12. New features include the ENHANCED BEAT BOARD™, NEW OUTLINE ELEMENTS & OUTLINE EDITOR™, TRACK CHANGES, & PDF IMPORT. It is still the industry standard, used by over 95% of the entertainment industry. Read more here: https://store.finaldraft.com/all-final-draft-products.html?\_gl=1\*oirufc\*\_ga\*MTg1MzA0OTY3Ny4xNjY5NzQ4NDY3\*\_ga\_W6F70R3YM1\*MTY3NzI1NjQ1Mi4xMDYuMS4xNjc3MjU2NDUyLjYwLjAuMA.. Answered: Alejandro Seri on February 24, 2023 [Your answer](/discussions/is-it-worth-upgrading-to-final-draft-11/comments/new?remote=true) 0 Question on: Final Draft [Is Final Draft a one time purchase?](/discussions/is-final-draft-a-one-time-purchase) Is Final Draft a one time purchase? Final Draft 12 Site License is a yearly subscription enterprise license. Answered: Alejandro Seri on October 27, 2022 [Your answer](/discussions/is-final-draft-a-one-time-purchase/comments/new?remote=true) - [‹ Prev‹ Prev](/categories/screenwriting/resources) - [1](/categories/screenwriting/resources) - 2 - [3](/categories/screenwriting/resources?discussions_page=3) - [Next ›Next ›](/categories/screenwriting/resources?discussions_page=3) ## Screenwriting Software Reports Grid® Report for Screenwriting Summer 2026 G2 Report: Grid® Report Momentum Grid® Report for Screenwriting Summer 2026 G2 Report: Momentum Grid® Report Grid® Report for Screenwriting Spring 2026 G2 Report: Grid® Report Momentum Grid® Report for Screenwriting Spring 2026 G2 Report: Momentum Grid® Report Grid® Report for Screenwriting Winter 2026 G2 Report: Grid® Report Momentum Grid® Report for Screenwriting Winter 2026 G2 Report: Momentum Grid® Report