Scrivener
Your complete writing studio.
Overview
Scrivener is a powerful content-generation tool for writers that allows you to compose and structure long and difficult documents. It provides a management system for documents, notes and metadata. This allows the user to organize notes, concepts, research and whole documents for easy access and reference. Scrivener is not focused on stylistic formatting, but on structure and content.
✨ Key Features
- Corkboard for outlining
- Outliner view for structuring
- Scrivenings mode to combine documents
- Distraction-free writing mode
- Project targets and statistics
- Research and notes management
- Compile for export (eBook, PDF, Word)
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Non-linear writing process (write in any order)
- Combines a word processor with powerful project management tools
- One-time purchase license model
Unique Value: Provides a complete, self-contained writing studio that allows writers to manage every aspect of a long-form project, from initial idea to final manuscript.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Managing complex novel structures with multiple viewpoints and timelines
- Organizing research materials alongside the manuscript for academic writing
- Compiling a finished manuscript into various formats for publishing
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Short-form writing like emails or blog posts
- Collaborative real-time editing
- Users who need a simple, traditional word processor
🏆 Alternatives
Offers more robust organizational and structural tools than traditional word processors like Word, and is available as a one-time purchase unlike subscription-based competitors like Ulysses.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 30-day free trial
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