StudioBinder allows you to add slug lines or sub-headers to break up scenes and keep your story moving visually. These formatting tools are useful when you need to indicate a shift in location or highlight specific action without starting a completely new scene. Follow along to learn how to format this screenwriting tool!
Point of view shots
Use sub-headers to show what a character sees in a POV (point of view) shot. This is formatted as a General element using StudioBinder’s toolbar above the script. Start with the character’s POV (e.g., LENA'S POV), followed by a dash and what they are looking at (e.g., COFFEE CUP).
End the POV sequence by adding a sub-header that says BACK TO SCENE.
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Insert shots
An insert shot highlights what a character might be reading or seeing. Format it as INSERT – [Object or Detail], then include the text in quotes if applicable (e.g., “IT’S THE END OF THE WORLD AS WE KNOW IT!”). End the insert shot with BACK TO SCENE to return to the main action.
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Now that you know how to format subheaders & sluglines, explore more ways to fine-tune your screenplay: