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PDF storyboard export ​

A PDF export is the most common way to share a polished storyboard outside of StoryFolder. It's great for client deliverables, printed pitch decks, classroom handouts, or your own archives.

How do I export a PDF? ​

  1. Press X to open the Export view.
  2. Set the destination folder.
  3. Toggle Storyboard PDF on.
  4. Click Add to Queue.
  5. When the job completes, click Show in Finder / Show in File Explorer to find the file.

The output is a single multi-page PDF saved in your destination folder.

What does the PDF look like? ​

Each page includes shots laid out side by side with:

  • The shot thumbnail (with any custom thumbnail you've picked).
  • Its shot number.
  • Its start timecode and duration.
  • Your visible note fields, grouped by category.

You can tweak the layout by changing which note fields are visible in the editor before you export.

Can I print the PDF for a binder or pitch? ​

Yes — it's formatted for 8.5" × 11" pages. Most printers handle it cleanly without adjustment. If you'd rather skip the file and print directly, see Print directly.

Does the PDF include hidden shots? ​

No. Hidden shots are excluded. So is any shot filtered out by an active search.

Can I customize the PDF style? ​

A few tools you have today:

  • Visual effects (B&W, contrast) — toggle them in the editor before export.
  • Field visibility — toggle which note fields appear with the Notes & Data Fields button in the editor header.
  • Filters — use favorites, hidden, or search to control which shots show up.

Deeper customization (logos, color themes, custom layouts) is part of the Business plan with custom branding options. See Compare plans.

Can I include the video itself in the PDF? ​

A PDF can't include a playable video, but it can include the embedded link. The first page of the PDF includes the source URL (for YouTube/Vimeo imports) so viewers can jump to the original video.

If you'd prefer your client could watch the video alongside the storyboard, share the storyboard as a share link instead of (or in addition to) a PDF.

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