Fountain Support

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Overview

Amber now supports .fountain files, a simple markup syntax for writing screenplays. This allows you to write professional screenplays while keeping your text clean and readable.

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Getting Started

To use Fountain:

1. Create a new document (⌘ + N)
2. Select “Screenplay” format
3. Start writing using Fountain syntax
4. Save as .fountain file

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Fountain Syntax

Amber supports standard Fountain elements:

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Scene Headings

INT. COFFEE SHOP - DAY

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Character Names

JOHN DOE

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Dialogue

JOHN DOE
(smiling)
This is my line.

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Action

John walks to the counter, checking his phone.

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Transitions

CUT TO:

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Features

• Syntax highlighting
• Auto-completion for:
  • Character names
  • Scene locations
  • Transitions
• Export to:
  • PDF (industry standard format)
  • Final Draft (.fdx)
  • Other screenplay formats

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Keyboard Shortcuts

• Tab - Cycle through elements (Character → Parenthetical → Dialogue)
• Enter - New line with context
• ⌘ + Enter - Force new scene heading
• ⌘ + ] - Indent element
• ⌘ + [ - Unindent element

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Tips

• Use standard scene heading formats (INT./EXT.)
• Capitalize character names on first appearance
• Keep action descriptions clear and concise
• Follow industry formatting standards

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Related Features

• Export Options
• Keyboard Shortcuts
• Writing Styles