> ## Documentation Index > Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.inkwell.app/llms.txt > Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further. # Navigation Panel > Navigate your script using sections, notes, and scene headings in a hierarchical tree. The Navigation panel provides a bird's-eye view of your script's structure, making it easy to jump between scenes and organize your screenplay. ## Open the Navigation Panel Press `Cmd/Ctrl+J` to toggle the Project Panel on the left side 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 TWO` or `## Opening Sequence` **Notes** (`[[note]]` syntax): * Inline notes marked with double brackets * Show their content in the tree * Example: `[[TODO: Add foreshadowing here]]` **Scene Headings**: * All `INT.` and `EXT.` scene headings * Displayed under their parent section (if any) * Click to jump directly to that scene Use sections to organize your script into Acts, Sequences, or Story Beats. They're invisible in the final output but essential for navigation. ## 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 This helps you focus on specific parts of your script without visual clutter. ## Organize with Sections Sections create hierarchical structure in your script. ### Create a Section Type `#` followed by a space and your section name on its own line: ``` # ACT ONE # ACT TWO - THE CONFRONTATION ## Sequence: The Heist ``` The Navigation panel updates automatically to show your new 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) **Example hierarchy**: ``` # ACT ONE INT. COFFEE SHOP - DAY ## Inciting Incident INT. ALICE'S APARTMENT - NIGHT EXT. CITY STREET - DAY # ACT TWO ``` **Navigation shows**: * ACT ONE * INT. COFFEE SHOP - DAY * Inciting Incident * INT. ALICE'S APARTMENT - NIGHT * EXT. CITY STREET - DAY * ACT TWO [Learn more about sections →](/writing/formatting-basics#sections) ## 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 `]]`: ``` [[TODO: This scene needs more tension]] [[Remember to foreshadow the twist here]] [[CUT? This feels redundant]] ``` Notes appear: * 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. Click on a scene heading or section in the Navigation tree Drag it above or below another item. A blue line shows where it will drop. Drop the item. Your script editor updates to reflect the new order. Dragging a section moves all its child scenes and notes with it. Be careful when reordering large sections. ## Common Use Cases ### Structure a Three-Act Screenplay ``` # ACT ONE INT. COFFEE SHOP - DAY INT. ALICE'S APARTMENT - NIGHT # ACT TWO ## Confrontation INT. BOB'S OFFICE - DAY ## Midpoint Twist EXT. WAREHOUSE - NIGHT # ACT THREE INT. COFFEE SHOP - DAY (FINAL SCENE) ``` ### Track TODOs and Revisions ``` # ACT ONE [[TODO: Opening needs more action]] INT. COFFEE SHOP - DAY [[CUT? This dialogue feels slow]] ``` Navigate directly to notes from the Navigation panel to address them quickly. ### TV Episode Structure ``` # COLD OPEN EXT. CITY STREET - NIGHT # ACT ONE INT. POLICE STATION - DAY INT. INTERROGATION ROOM - DAY # ACT TWO ## A-Story: The Investigation INT. CRIME SCENE - DAY ## B-Story: Personal Drama INT. DETECTIVE'S HOME - NIGHT # ACT THREE EXT. FINAL CONFRONTATION - NIGHT # TAG INT. COFFEE SHOP - DAY ``` ## Keyboard Shortcuts | Action | macOS | Windows | | ------------------------ | ---------- | ----------- | | Toggle Project Panel | `Cmd+J` | `Ctrl+J` | | Jump to next section | `Cmd+Down` | `Ctrl+Down` | | Jump to previous section | `Cmd+Up` | `Ctrl+Up` | ## Frequently Asked Questions 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). No. Only sections can contain other items. Scenes are always leaf nodes in the hierarchy. Only the section marker is deleted. The scenes under it remain in your script but become top-level items in the Navigation tree. Yes. Just edit the section line in your script. The Navigation tree updates automatically. Make sure it's on its own line and properly formatted: `[[note text here]]`. Notes inline within action or dialogue may not appear in the tree. ## Next Steps Learn how to use sections and notes syntax Set up your title page metadata Manage character information and dialogue stats Add logline and scratchpad notes