Open the Navigation Panel
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Show Project Panel
Press
Cmd/Ctrl+J to toggle the Project Panel on the left side2
Select Navigation tab
Click the Navigation tab (globe icon) at the top of the Project Panel
What Appears in Navigation
The Navigation tree shows: Sections (# or ## syntax):
- Acts, sequences, or custom organizational units
- Collapsible to show/hide their contents
- Example:
# ACT TWOor## Opening Sequence
[[note]] syntax):
- Inline notes marked with double brackets
- Show their content in the tree
- Example:
[[TODO: Add foreshadowing here]]
- All
INT.andEXT.scene headings - Displayed under their parent section (if any)
- Click to jump directly to that scene
Navigate Your Script
Jump to a Scene or Section
Click any item in the Navigation tree to instantly jump to that location in your script. The editor scrolls and places your cursor at the selected item.Collapse/Expand Sections
Click the arrow next to a section to collapse or expand its contents:- Collapsed: Hides all scenes and notes under that section
- Expanded: Shows the full hierarchy
Organize with Sections
Sections create hierarchical structure in your script.Create a Section
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Add section syntax
Type
# followed by a space and your section name on its own line:2
Sections appear in navigation
The Navigation panel updates automatically to show your new section
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Write scenes under the section
Any scene headings after a section are nested under it in the navigation tree
Section Levels
#(single hash): Top-level sections (Acts, Parts)##(double hash): Sub-sections (Sequences, Beats)###(triple hash): Further nesting (rarely needed)
- ACT ONE
- INT. COFFEE SHOP - DAY
- Inciting Incident
- INT. ALICE’S APARTMENT - NIGHT
- EXT. CITY STREET - DAY
- ACT TWO
Use Notes for Planning
Notes appear in the Navigation tree, helping you track TODOs and reminders.Create a Note
Type[[ followed by your note text and close with ]]:
- In the Navigation tree under their parent section
- Inline in your script (visible only to you, not in exports)
Notes don’t print by default. Toggle them off in the Print Dialog if you want to export a clean script.
Reorder Scenes
You can drag and drop items in the Navigation tree to reorganize your script.1
Click and hold
Click on a scene heading or section in the Navigation tree
2
Drag to new position
Drag it above or below another item. A blue line shows where it will drop.
3
Release to reorder
Drop the item. Your script editor updates to reflect the new order.
Common Use Cases
Structure a Three-Act Screenplay
Track TODOs and Revisions
TV Episode Structure
Keyboard Shortcuts
Frequently Asked Questions
Do sections appear in my final script?
Do sections appear in my final script?
No. Sections are for organization only. They don’t print or export to PDF unless you explicitly enable them in the Print Dialog (Sections toggle).
Can I nest scenes inside scenes?
Can I nest scenes inside scenes?
No. Only sections can contain other items. Scenes are always leaf nodes in the hierarchy.
What happens if I delete a section?
What happens if I delete a section?
Only the section marker is deleted. The scenes under it remain in your script but become top-level items in the Navigation tree.
Can I rename a section?
Can I rename a section?
Yes. Just edit the section line in your script. The Navigation tree updates automatically.
Next Steps
Formatting Basics
Learn how to use sections and notes syntax
Script Info
Set up your title page metadata
Characters
Manage character information and dialogue stats
Project Info
Add logline and scratchpad notes