
Welcome to the Scrivener Quick & Easy course. Here's a little introduction to who I am, and how Scrivener has helped me in my publishing and content creation business. Just a personal hello really, and a broad overview of some of the things you will learn as you go through the course.
Please take a moment to let me know what your goals are for this course before we get started. I want to help you reach that goal, and knowing what you hope to achieve will allow me to point you in the right direction to learn just what you need, when you need it. :)
If you don't already have Scrivener For Mac you can get hold of a copy using the link in the supplementary material for this lecture. Literature & Latte (the makers of Scrivener) also offer a 30 day free trial.
Plain and simple - how to open a new project in Scrivener.
A quick overview of the Scrivener dashboard.
The Binder is where all of your project files will be created, stored, arranged and edited. Think of it like a file or ring binder that holds all of your folders and papers.
Getting rid of unwanted stuff, and retrieving it f you make a mistake and want it back!
Need a helping hand? Just ask...
The quickest and easiest ways to add new files and folders to your Scrivener project.
Using the main menu to Add Files and Folders.
We are all familiar with Copy & Pasting content - this is just one way you can transfer content into your Scrivener project.
Copy, Paste & Match Style - keep your Scrivener documents looking sweet, and apply your project styles to any pasted text with ease.
Importing documents into Scrivener is as easy as drag n drop.
Super cool way to import your documents and have Scrivener do all of the heavy lifting for you to split the document automatically into your chosen chapters.
So cool - automate the process of importing from another text based document and splitting it into respective chapters automatically during the import process. These guys have thought of everything!
Already got a Scrivener project that you want to duplicate some pages or folders from into your new project? No problem. Drag the files straight into your new project and they will be duplicated directly into your new project.
I totally love this feature. Get rid of the distractions with one click, and focus on your writing project with Distraction Free Writing mode.
Want your distraction free writing palette to be even more inspiring or beautiful? Here's how.
ALSO INCLUDED: A folder full of beautiful backgrounds to inspire your distraction free writing environment.
No need to lose track and keep scrolling every time you hit the bottom of the screen. Scrivener's Distraction free mode allows you to set things up so your writing line stays dead centre.
Plain and simple printing so you can proof read your manuscripts.
The Compile function is one of the most powerful features of Scrivener, and one that you will love! It looks very complicated at first, but don't worry - just follow these videos and you will be a compilation-ninja in no time.
Simple PDF export with no bells and whistles. We cover some more complex PDF compile functions in our video about exporting for Createspace or other Print-On-Demand services.
Includes instructions on how to create a clickable PDF table of contents in your manuscript.
How to add your cover image and bake it into your exported file.
So easy to do it's incredible - compile your book for Kindle with a clickable Table of Contents, ready to upload to Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing. Everything you need to know Step-by-Step.
Need a copy for the iBookstore, Nook or Kobo? ePub is easy with Scrivener! Everything you need to know Step-by-Step.
Need to get a copy to someone as a good 'ole MS Word document - we can do that!
A brief introduction to Compiling for print through CreateSpace or other print services.
Setting up customs page sizes and compile presets for CreateSpace (or other print service) in Scrivener.
Use PageView to see how your printed document will look.
A detailed walkthrough of all the options you will need to use to set up a preset for compiling your project for CreateSpace and other print services.
Createspace Compile Settings PDF for easy reference.
No need for another app or program , or even a web search. You can grab word definitions and variations right within Scrivener.
Need to find and replace a word in a document, or even throughout your entire project? This is made super easy with Scrivener's Find & Replace function.
Digging deeper with your stats.
All of the stats you could ever want right at your fingertips. Word count, character count, even track how often you a are using particular words or phrases.
All of the stats you could ever want right at your fingertips. Word count, character count, even track how often you a are using particular words or phrases.
Set your project goals and track how you are going toward their fulfilment. A great motivator for goal orientated individuals.
Just what you need to know. In fact, you probably already know it.
Format your text using the formatting menu.
You can even copy and paste text formatting in Scrivener. Very cool.
Using some powerful options to actually determine your books formatting when you compile it. This feature allows you to change the font project wide without having to do it manually page by page.
Set up your preferred formatting so it is applied to every new document you create in your project.
How to save a Preset to use later. A real timesaver.
Applying a formatting preset to your documents.
Want to get rid of a rogue Preset? Had enough of that style. Here's how to get rid of it.
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