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Description

RoughDraft is a free word processing software compatible with Windows 95, 98, ME, NT, 2000, and XP. While it can be used for a variety of writing tasks, it includes specialized tools tailored for creative endeavors such as novels, short stories, articles, plays, and screenplays. The application emphasizes user-friendliness while providing all essential features, ensuring that it remains straightforward and efficient. It offers dedicated modes for plays and screenplays, simplifying the formatting process. Additionally, a side panel enhances usability by streamlining common tasks. Users benefit from instant backup options for all active documents to their selected storage device, effectively safeguarding their work from loss. The software also automates the generation of cover pages for manuscript submissions, including essential word and page counts. Furthermore, it allows for the automatic insertion of user-defined terms, making it easy to manage character names or frequently used phrases. It includes four extra clipboards for pasting longer text segments, alongside a robust yet easy-to-navigate printing system that features print preview capabilities. Overall, RoughDraft stands out as a practical tool for writers looking for simplicity without sacrificing functionality.

Description

yWriter is a specialized word processing tool that organizes your novel into chapters and scenes, allowing you to maintain focus on your creativity while managing your progress. It does not generate your story, provide plot suggestions, or engage in any creative functions on your behalf. Designed by an author rather than a marketer, yWriter7 is available for free, but users are encouraged to register if they find it beneficial. For those just starting their first novel, yWriter might feel excessive, as typing in a standard word processor seems sufficient. However, once you accumulate around 20,000 words, you might find yourself overwhelmed with missing scenes and chapters, scattered notes, and an array of characters, locations, and plot details that require earlier references, which can quickly become chaotic. As you continue to expand your manuscript to 40,000 or even 80,000 words, the complexity can grow exponentially, contributing to the frustration that leads many novice writers to abandon their projects. This highlights the importance of having a structured approach to writing, especially for longer works.

API Access

Has API

API Access

Has API

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Integrations

HTML
Microsoft 365
Microsoft Word

Integrations

HTML
Microsoft 365
Microsoft Word

Pricing Details

Free
Free Trial
Free Version

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial
Free Version

Deployment

Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook

Deployment

Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook

Customer Support

Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support

Customer Support

Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support

Types of Training

Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person

Types of Training

Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person

Vendor Details

Company Name

Richard Salsbury

Founded

2005

Website

www.salsbury.f2s.com/rd_overview.htm

Vendor Details

Company Name

Spacejock Software

Founded

2004

Country

Australia

Website

www.spacejock.com/yWriter.html

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