Fade In
Document creation software
Screenwriting software
Performing arts software
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- Ease of management
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What is Fade In
Fade In is a desktop screenwriting application used to write, format, and manage scripts for film, television, and stage. It targets individual writers and small teams that need industry-standard screenplay formatting, revision tracking, and export for collaboration and submission. The product focuses on a dedicated writing environment with tools such as outlining, scene management, and versioning rather than general-purpose document workflows.
Industry-standard script formatting
Fade In provides screenplay-specific elements (scene headings, action, dialogue, parentheticals) with automatic formatting rules. It supports common script conventions such as pagination behavior and scene numbering. This reduces manual layout work compared with general document creation tools.
Revision and version controls
The software includes revision marks and revision sets to manage changes across drafts. It supports tracking changes and comparing versions to help writers and collaborators review edits. These features align with production-oriented script workflows rather than generic document redlining.
Broad import and export options
Fade In supports exporting to PDF and other script-friendly formats and can import common screenplay file types used in the industry. This helps users exchange drafts with collaborators who use different tools. It also enables generating shareable outputs without requiring a separate PDF editing platform.
Limited document automation features
Fade In is optimized for screenplays, not for building reusable document templates, clause libraries, or automated document assembly. Organizations that need structured data capture and high-volume document generation typically require separate document automation software. As a result, it may not fit legal or sales document workflows.
Not a full PDF workflow suite
While it can export PDFs, it is not designed for end-to-end PDF editing, form filling, e-signature, or advanced annotation workflows. Teams that rely on heavy PDF collaboration and compliance controls often use dedicated PDF platforms. Users may need additional tools for those tasks.
Collaboration depends on workflow
Collaboration is primarily handled through file exchange and supported integrations rather than a full multi-user, browser-based co-authoring environment. This can introduce version management overhead for larger teams. Real-time collaborative editing and centralized admin controls may be limited compared with web-first document systems.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Individual (desktop) | $79.95 one-time (sale); Regular price $99.95 one-time | Perpetual desktop license for Windows, macOS, and Linux. Updates for the purchased major version are free. Sold/fulfilled via FastSpring. |
| Student (individual) | $59.95 one-time | Discounted individual registration for current accredited post-secondary students; requires verification of student status. |
| Mobile (legacy) | $4.95 one-time (legacy; retired / not available to new purchasers) | Historically a separate iOS/Android app sold via App Store / Google Play. The vendor states the older mobile app has been retired and is not available to new purchasers; recommends using Fade In Access instead. |
| Site / Multi-user | Custom pricing | Organization / site licensing available; official site directs to contact for pricing. |
| Fade In Access (cloud/collaboration service) | Pricing not listed / not discoverable on the public page (requires JavaScript) | Optional cloud service for storage, collaboration, versioning, online editing. Official Access page requires JavaScript and does not expose pricing in the static site crawl; knowledge-base describes the service but does not list public prices. |
Seller details
Fade In Professional Screenwriting Software, LLC
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https://www.fadeinpro.com/
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