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What it is

Fade In is screenwriting software for motion pictures, television, video games, stage, radio and other scripts. Its desktop application includes screenplay formatting, outlining, organization, navigation, autocomplete, image support, and tools for rewrites and revisions. It imports and exports Final Draft.fdx files and supports.docx,.rtf, Fountain, Scrivener, Celtx and StudioBinder formats. Production tools generate breakdowns and reports for scenes, cast and locations, with HTML or CSV export. Scripts use the XML-based Open Screenplay Format, intended to improve accessibility and compatibility. The desktop license is a one-time purchase and permits installation on the purchaser’s own Windows, Mac and Linux computers; updates are included at no charge. Optional Fade In Access adds cloud storage, backup, version history, online editing, collaboration, sharing and publishing through a browser on computers and mobile devices. The free desktop demo includes the full feature set but prompts for registration after 10 pages, watermarks printed scripts and excludes online real-time collaboration. Fade In Access does not paginate exactly like the desktop app, and page numbers are not displayed while editing in Access. Listed plans include Fade In Professional Screenwriting Software at $79.95 a month, Fade In Access Monthly at $9.95 a month, Fade In Student at $59.95, paid once, and Fade In Access Annual at $99.95 a year.

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Purpose
Fade In is screenwriting software for motion pictures, television, video games, stage, radio, and other scripts.Read 7 Oct 2026 · fadeinpro.com
Free plan
NoRead 19 Sep 2026 · fadeinpro.com
Mobile apps
NoRead 19 Sep 2026 · fadeinpro.com
Support
Fade In directs users to a searchable Knowledge Base and provides a contact form for questions.Read 7 Oct 2026 · fadeinpro.com
Maker
Fade In is a registered trademark of GCC Productions Inc.Read 7 Oct 2026 · fadeinpro.com
Access devices
Fade In Access works in a web browser on computers and mobile devices, including iOS and Android.Read 7 Oct 2026 · fadeinpro.com
Access pagination limit
Fade In Access does not paginate exactly like the desktop application, and page numbers are not displayed during editing in Access.Read 7 Oct 2026 · fadeinpro.com
Cloud service
Optional Fade In Access provides cloud storage, backup, version history, online editing, collaboration, sharing, and publishing.Read 7 Oct 2026 · fadeinpro.com
Demo limits
The free desktop demo includes the full feature set, but prompts for registration after 10 pages and watermarks printed scripts; the download page also notes that online realtime collaboration is excluded.Read 7 Oct 2026 · fadeinpro.com
Export formats
extensiveRead 19 Sep 2026 · fadeinpro.com
File compatibility
It can import and export Final Draft .fdx files and supports formats including .docx, .rtf, Fountain, Scrivener, Celtx, and StudioBinder.Read 7 Oct 2026 · fadeinpro.com
License and updates
The desktop software is a one-time purchase, and the individual license permits installation on the purchaser’s own Windows, Mac, and Linux computers; updates are included at no charge.Read 7 Oct 2026 · fadeinpro.com
Offline mode
YesRead 19 Sep 2026 · fadeinpro.com
Open format
Fade In saves scripts in the Open Screenplay Format, an XML-based format intended to improve accessibility and compatibility.Read 7 Oct 2026 · fadeinpro.com
Production tools
It can generate script breakdowns and reports, including scenes, cast, and locations, and export reports as HTML or CSV.Read 7 Oct 2026 · fadeinpro.com
Publishing tools
YesRead 19 Sep 2026 · fadeinpro.com
Real-time collaboration
YesRead 19 Sep 2026 · fadeinpro.com
Security and privacy
The maker says its website does not store personal information from visits; purchases may collect email and payment information and may be subject to FastSpring’s data policies.Read 7 Oct 2026 · fadeinpro.com
Version history
YesRead 19 Sep 2026 · fadeinpro.com
Writing tools
The desktop application includes screenplay formatting, outlining, organizing, navigation, autocomplete, image support, and tools for rewrites and revisions.Read 7 Oct 2026 · fadeinpro.com

Plans and prices

Fade In Professional Screenwriting Software $79.95 a month Individual user license · Windows, macOS, and Linux compatibility · Free updates Read 19 Sep 2026 · fadeinpro.com
Fade In Access Monthly $9.95 a month $9.95 per month All Fade In Access features · Renews monthly · 7-day free trial Read 7 Oct 2026 · fadeinpro.com
Fade In Student $59.95, paid once $59.95 (USD) per individual registration Current students at accredited post-secondary institutions · Student status must be verified Read 7 Oct 2026 · fadeinpro.com
Fade In Professional Screenwriting Software $79.95, paid once $79.95 (page also displays $99.95) Individual user license · Windows, Mac, Linux · Updates included Read 7 Oct 2026 · fadeinpro.com
Fade In Access Annual $99.95 a year $99.95 per year All Fade In Access features · Renews annually · 7-day free trial Read 7 Oct 2026 · fadeinpro.com

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Strong points and limits

Strong points

  • Imports and exports Final Draft .fdx files
  • Generates scene, cast and location reports
  • Desktop license covers Windows, Mac and Linux
  • Free demo includes the full feature set

Limits

  • No free plan
  • Demo prompts for registration after 10 pages
  • Demo watermarks printed scripts
  • Access editing does not display page numbers

Who it suits

Fade In suits writers who need screenplay formatting, revision tools and production reports across several script types. Fade In Access may suit teams seeking browser-based editing and collaboration, while desktop users can work offline.

Verdict

Fade In combines screenplay drafting and production reporting with broad file compatibility. Check the listed plan terms and the distinct limits of the demo and Fade In Access before choosing a workflow.

Where Specifiction places it

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