Monday, January 24, 2011

Create a Script Online, with Zhura!

This site is one of the coolest sites I have seen in a while.
The concept:
Want to write a professionally formated script or screenplay by yourself but don’t want to download the software or buy it? No problem. Just go to Zhura.com and register. It’s free and it’s easy. You get access to online software (I think it’s flash or javascript) that formats your script. It even backs up your files for you. So, if your computer crashes, you are covered.
Want to write with a group?
Still, not a problem. Zhura can let you write in a group, online. You can communicate throgh chat or messages. The feature that I find to be the most interesting is… The abliity to track what parts of the script was written by who. So if you are writing a script with two other people (Like I am) and Bob changes some part to your scene, the software will show you who changed it and when.
Write a script that is open to the public!
I don’t know who could stand this feature, but it might be fun. Maybe ForgeWriteAhead can start a project that all it’s loyal readers can participate in. It could be a real fun way to stay conected and create something at the same time.
Zhura lets you choose the privacy controls on your script so you can have any old person walk in and add to the script. I have not tried this part out yet, but i’ll let you know when I do.
Summary:
Whether you are writing solo or in a group, Zhura has the features you need. You can track contributions to your script and back up your files. Message group member and chat. All you need to do is register. Remember, it is free, easy and fun.
Go snoop around the site.
Happy Writing.

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