Questions & Answers
17 Questions from the Community
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what is HFS+ hard drive format
HFS+ hard drive format listed as needed to run for Final Draft 8 - how can I check my mac has this format?
- Asked by Francisco D
- Nov 11, 2009
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By Default, your mac has an extended and "Journaled" hard drive (also known as the format HFS+). You should be good, unless at some point you completely erased your hard drive, and used a windows format or an old mac format. To check, open up disk utility, and in the left hand panel, click on Macintosh HD (or the name of your hard drive). Then look at the bottom of the screen, where it will say Mount Point, format, etc. Where it says format, it should be Extended (and or Journaled), or other wise known as HFS+. If it is not (probably standard), either have a mac genius reformat your hard drive, or do it yourself by using install disks that came with your computer and an external hard drive (be careful, to much tinkering will loose your data!)
- Answered by Anton J from Rathdrum
- Jan 4, 2010
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can I just purchase and download FInal Draft?
- Asked by Jesus G from Coral Gables
- Nov 3, 2009
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Unfortunately not, when you purchase it - Apple will send you a copy that comes in a box with a manual which contains the serial key for the program. This goes for pretty much every program Apple sells.
- Answered by Dominic G from Fleetwood
- Nov 5, 2009
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final Draft 8 - Can you buy a multiple license version?
- Asked by Natalia P from Melbourne
- Oct 22, 2009
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You can install Final Draft v.8 on as many computers as you want. Two of these can be activated at a given time.
If you have more than two computers on which you'd like to run Final Draft, you can either deactivate one computer and move the activation to another, which is 100% free (for more information on deactivating, click HERE) or you can purchase additional activations for $119 each. Note that additional activations must be used only by the registered owner only on computers he or she owns and operates- Answered by Kristopher K from Albuquerque
- Oct 31, 2009
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Can I write in Greek in Final Draft? I have a demo version but it doesn't work in Greek.
- Asked by Vasileios K
- Jan 31, 2011
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Yes there is, but it is only available through academic stores through the proof of a student transcript. Search on google for academic stores and pricing.
Also there is a free script writing software that is fairly competitive to this industry standard, and it will give you the same tools you need to write a script. Its called Celtx. Also, you may be able to find passed version- Answered by Anton J from Rathdrum
- Jan 4, 2010
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Will it format novels, not just screenplays?
I see the software formats screenplays. Does it also format novels for submission to agents?
- Asked by Richard C from Naples
- Jan 29, 2010
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Final Draft does include templates for novels and other text documents. Some writers have been using it for novels, but it is primarily for TV and Film screenwriters, as well as theater writers.
- Answered by Zachary G from Los Angeles
- Oct 4, 2010
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Stage play formatting is different in US and UK. Will it format for both countries?
- Asked by Julie O from Montgomery
- Jun 3, 2010
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What are the differences in the Educational Version and the Professional Version?
- Asked by John J from Washington
- Nov 22, 2010
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There are actually no differences between the two besides the price. It is only offered to eligible teachers and students, but includes every feature as well as 2 activations (for a user's laptop and desktop).
- Answered by Zachary G from Los Angeles
- Dec 9, 2010
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How do I automatically transfer a PDF script not written with my Final Draft into the program?
- Asked by Jane L from Wilton
- Apr 24, 2010
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You would need to download a program that allows you to export a PDF to a Plain Text Document (.txt) and then import that Plain Text doc into Final Draft (select "Script" when prompted as to how you want to import the document). It would be a similar process if you were switching from another screenwriting software or Microsoft Word, except that you'll need to download a free program that will allow you to export out of PDF.
- Answered by Zachary G from Los Angeles
- Oct 4, 2010
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can I purchase final draft 8 in french, and his there french support to help me ?
- Asked by Frederic D from Montreal
- Feb 11, 2010
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What's the difference between final draft v 8 an final draft v 8 international
There is a difference in price does one have less functions or is less user friendly what's the difference?
- Asked by Karen B
- Jan 9, 2012
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can i use it on my ipad
Can I use the final draft software on my ipad
- Asked by Christine F
- Oct 24, 2011
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how do I transfer a script written in an earlier version of final draft into Final Draft 8?
I have used an earlier version of final draft (FD) and written scripts on it.
The computer ,on which the earlier FD version was attached, was a PC.
Since then I have bought a MAC and I am considering purchasing FD 8
But I would like to be able to transfer or import my old scripts onto FD 8, on my MAC.
I would welcome your response.
Thanks!- Asked by Paul D from Hughesdale
- Mar 12, 2012
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Is there a Final Draft that can help you while writing a novel?
- Asked by Daniel G
- Feb 1, 2010
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will this version work on my macpro desktop that i bought in 06? i think its a G5? or do i have to find an older version of final draft out there?
- Asked by Benjamin S from Castro Valley
- Feb 9, 2012
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