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Quick answers to the most common questions about Inkwell.

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General

Inkwell has a free tier with 100 Quill AI credits per month. Pro plans with 1,000 credits/month and additional features are available via subscription.
Inkwell works on macOS (10.15+) and Windows (10/11). A Linux version may be available in the future.
Inkwell works offline for writing, saving, and printing. You need internet for:
  • Quill AI features
  • Account management
  • Downloading updates
Scripts are saved locally on your computer as .ink files wherever you choose to save them. They are NOT automatically uploaded to the cloud.
Yes! Your Inkwell account works on all your devices. However, scripts must be manually transferred (via cloud storage, USB, etc.) since they’re stored locally.

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File Management

Inkwell uses .ink files, a JSON-based format that stores your script, formatting, metadata, and version history. You can export to PDF, Fountain (.fountain), and Final Draft (.fdx).
Yes! Use File → Import → Import from Final Draft to import .fdx files. Some advanced Final Draft features may not transfer perfectly.
Export to PDF (Cmd+Shift+P) for universal compatibility, or export to Fountain/Final Draft if they use screenplay software.
Not currently. Scripts are saved locally. You can manually sync via iCloud Drive, Dropbox, Google Drive, or other cloud storage services by saving your .ink files to those folders.
Inkwell auto-saves every few seconds as you type. You can also manually save with Cmd+S anytime.

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Writing & Formatting

Yes! Inkwell adheres to Hollywood screenplay formatting standards. Your printed/exported scripts will look professional and industry-ready.
Inkwell auto-detects element types (scene heading, action, dialogue, etc.) based on what you type. You rarely need to manually change types. If needed, formatting rules are covered in Formatting Basics.
Yes! Inkwell supports standard screenplay format used for both feature films and TV scripts. Use sections (#) to organize acts and scenes.
Go to Project Panel → Script Info tab and fill in title, author, contact, etc. This automatically generates a proper title page when printing or exporting.
No. Inkwell uses Courier Prime (the modern industry standard) for all scripts. This ensures consistency and proper page count estimation.

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Quill AI

Quill supports models from OpenAI (GPT-4.1, GPT-4o, o3-mini, o4-mini), Google (Gemini 2.0/2.5), and Anthropic (Claude Haiku 4.5, Sonnet 4.5). See Model Selection for details.
Free plan: 100 credits/month. Pro plan: 1,000 credits/month. Credit costs range from 0.25 to 1 credit per request depending on the model.
Technically yes, but Quill works best as a collaborative tool for brainstorming, editing, and problem-solving—not as a ghostwriter. Your creative vision and voice should drive the script.
When you use Quill AI, relevant portions of your script and conversation history are sent to AI providers (OpenAI, Google, Anthropic) to generate responses. Your full script is stored locally and never uploaded elsewhere.
No. Quill doesn’t retain information between sessions or learn from your writing style permanently. Each conversation uses current script context but doesn’t build a long-term profile.

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Printing & Exporting

Press Cmd+Shift+P or go to File → Create PDF. Configure options in the print dialog, then export.
Page count can vary slightly between software due to subtle differences in spacing and formatting engines. Inkwell’s count is accurate for its rendering, but exact page breaks may differ from other software.
Not currently. Revision tracking marks changed text, but you must print the full script. Industry practice is to print full scripts with revision marks visible.
In the Print/PDF dialog, enable Watermark and enter your text. Watermarks appear diagonally across each page. See Printing Options for details.
No. Screenplay formatting is very specific and doesn’t translate well to Word. Export to PDF for universal compatibility or Fountain for other screenplay software.

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Features & Settings

Typewriter Mode keeps your cursor vertically centered on screen as you type, reducing eye strain. Enable it in View → Typewriter Scrolling. See Typewriter Mode.
Press Cmd+Shift+D or go to View → Show Drawer to toggle the Project Panel (Focus Mode). This hides navigation, characters, and project info.
Yes! Press Cmd+, to open Settings and choose from Light, Dark, Sepia, Midnight, or System themes. See Themes.
Sections (#, ##, etc.) create hierarchical structure for organizing acts, sequences, and beats. They appear in Navigation but don’t print by default. See Navigation Panel.
Enable Screenplay → Revision Mode, select a color, then use Cmd+[ to mark text as revised. Revision marks can print in color or appear as asterisks. See your application menu for details.

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Troubleshooting

Check the .ink-history folder next to your script for backup versions. If the file is corrupted, contact support—we may be able to recover it. See Troubleshooting.
Try:
  • Compress version history (save indicator → Save History → Compress)
  • Close other applications
  • Restart Inkwell
  • Ensure adequate free RAM and disk space
See Troubleshooting.
Common causes:
  • No internet connection
  • Out of credits
  • Firewall blocking access
Try refreshing (Cmd+R) or check your credit balance. See Troubleshooting.
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Documentation: docs.inkwellwriter.com
  • Community forum: community.inkwellwriter.com
  • Discord: discord.gg/inkwell

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Account & Billing

Click your user menu (top right) → Manage Subscription → Choose Pro plan. Or visit the Inkwell website to subscribe.
Yes. Pro subscriptions can be canceled at any time. You keep Pro features until the end of your billing period.
Free users wait until next month for credits to refresh, or purchase additional credits. Pro users get 1,000 credits/month and can also purchase more if needed.
No. Unused monthly credits do not carry over to the next month. Purchased credit packs (separate from monthly allotment) don’t expire.
Check the Inkwell website or contact support for current student/educator pricing.

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Still Have Questions?

If your question isn’t answered here:
  • Search the docs: Use the search bar at the top
  • Email support: [email protected]
  • Community forum: community.inkwellwriter.com
  • Discord: discord.gg/inkwell

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