of screen time. And, in the movie business, running time is money! More importantly, though, screenplay format is designed for easy reading, annotation, and skimming rather than for the economical use ...

Script Format Setting out a script in a good format makes it easier for an actor - and anyone else - to read. However, what matters most is that what you do is laid out clearly and is easy to read.

Many of the smaller screenwriting software titles also can open and save in Final Draft's screenplay format. Both Movie Magic and Final Draft have sophisticated story building (ie index card modes), ...

Setting out a script in a good format makes it easier for an actor - and anyone else - to read. However, what matters most is that what you do is laid out clearly and is easy to read.