From blank page to broadcast-ready episode. Learn every element, every shortcut, every tool in ScriptAce's professional podcast format editor.
Click each element to highlight it in the editor preview. ScriptAce colour-codes every block type so the structure of your episode is always visible at a glance.
Divides your episode into named sections — Intro, Main Topic, Interview, Outro. Anchors the left sidebar navigator so you can jump anywhere in your script instantly.
The primary voice of your show. Each Host block carries an editable speaker name badge — click it inline to rename. Shift+Enter adds a sibling block.
Visually distinct from Host blocks with a green left border. Add a guest from Settings → Speakers and they'll appear as a quick chip for one-click insertion.
A dedicated block for ad copy and sponsor messages. Amber-colored so sponsor reads are unmissable when scanning. The word count helps you time the read precisely.
Mark where your intro jingle, outro music, or transition stings go. A pink block that signals to your editor exactly what audio asset to layer in.
A structural placeholder for a dynamically inserted ad. Red so it's impossible to miss. Note the break length, slot type (pre / mid / post), or any dynamic insertion instructions.
Private production notes visible in the editor but styled distinctly so they're never confused with actual script content. Perfect for reminders, follow-ups, editing instructions.
Every block is a structured, movable unit. Here's the full writing flow from blank page to production-ready episode:
Hover over any block to reveal a row of action buttons. On mobile, tap the ⋮ dots for the same controls.
Every block has a drag handle. Grab it and drag the block to any position in your script. The structure updates live and a save is triggered automatically.
Click the copy icon to duplicate any block. The duplicate appears directly below with the same content, speaker name, and tag — ready to edit.
Click the speech-bubble icon on any block to pin a comment to it. Comments appear in the right panel under the Comments tab — sorted by unresolved first.
Every block has a + tag badge. Click it to cycle through five production tags: none → action → emotional → comedy → important. Tags show color-coded inline.
When Show Timestamps is enabled in Settings, every block displays a running timestamp calculated from your WPM setting. See exactly when in your episode each line should be delivered.
Below every content area, ScriptAce shows the word count and estimated reading time for that block alone. Instantly know if a sponsor read is too long or a segment too short.
Three tabs give you complete control over your episode's data, collaboration, and editor preferences.
Total words, estimated duration, character count, and segment count — bold stat cards that update with every keystroke.
Set a target duration in Settings (10 min → 90 min). A progress bar fills as your word count approaches the target.
Add unlimited speakers with a name and role (host/guest). Each speaker gets a unique color. Added speakers appear as chips in the left sidebar for instant block insertion.
Choose any system voice. Adjust speed (0.5× to 2×) and pitch. Click Test Voice to preview. Perfect for rehearsal or editing on the go.
Every add action has a single-key shortcut — triggerable any time your cursor is not inside a text field.
Click Export in the topbar to open the format selector. Four formats, one click each.
Print-ready PDF with colored left-border formatting, episode title, and all block types clearly labeled. Use for pre-production packs or sharing with guests.
A clean text export with block type labels — perfect for teleprompter apps, podcast hosting upload fields, or pasting into a DAW session notes panel.
Structured Markdown output: Segments become H2 headings, notes become blockquotes. Ideal for publishing show notes or feeding into a CMS.
Full structured export of every block with ID, type, content, speaker, tag, and timestamp. Feed it into your own tooling, CMS, or analytics pipeline.
Things the best ScriptAce podcast writers do differently.
Before writing a single word of dialogue, add your Segment blocks first. Name them Intro, Topic 1, Topic 2, Outro. This gives you the structural skeleton before filling in dialogue.
Inside any Host or Guest block, Shift+Enter adds a new block of the same type below. Keep your momentum without reaching for the sidebar.
Use the action tag on sponsor reads to make them scan in red. When you're rushing before recording, the red makes every monetised moment findable in under 3 seconds.
Don't just write "music here" — write "intro jingle, fade from 100% to 20% under host voice over 4 seconds." Your audio editor will thank you.
Go to Settings → Episode Info and set your speaking pace. If you talk fast (150+ WPM), the duration estimates and timestamps will be accurate — this one number affects every estimate.
During research, throw everything into Producer Notes blocks. When you're ready to write, convert them into Host or Guest blocks. Notes export in all formats so your editor sees the context too.
Drop Ad Break blocks at the intended positions before filling in your content. This forces you to think about pacing and monetisation architecture from the start.
Before writing anything, go to Settings → Target Duration. The progress bar in the Stats panel fills as you write — a constant visual cue of whether you're underwriting or going too long.
After writing a segment, hear it back. Awkward phrasing, unnatural dialogue rhythm, and run-on sentences become immediately obvious when spoken aloud at 1.25× speed.
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