Frequently Asked Questions

Why is Google asking for permissions that contradict the privacy policy?
Google requests permissions based on the potential of what the 'Scopes' [Google's name for tools used to modify addons] rather than how the addon uses the scopes. Google says this is working as intended; https://issuetracker.google.com/issues/153513470

Why did it fail to connect to drive.google.com?
You can only use addons with the first account you log into. Logout of all your google accounts and log into the account with the addon installed, or use a private/ingonito browser to log into your account with the addon installed.

Why is the Sidebar Blank?, Where Did the Launch Button Go?, Why Does it Say Update my Browser When it's Already the Newest Version?
- The Screenplay Formatter is an add on to the Google Docs platform that uses Javascript to function (ensure that javascript is enabled).
- Certain browser extensions can also interfer with how your browser handles iframes (required for Google Add-Ons) and those extensions may need to be updated/disabled.
- From time to time Google will update their service and/or connectivity to this service will be interrupted which will prevent the controls from being accessed and if this is the case, you will have to try again at a later time.

What is the Screenplay Formatter?
The Screenplay Formatter is a simple tool that extends your google docs by adding the capability of formatting your scripts to screenplay standards.

Does the Screenplay Formatter support shortcut keys?
Unfortunately, Google does not allow developers to create shortcut commands.

Can New Cinematics adept the works created by the people who use your add-on?
No. New Cinematics isn't able to see how you use the application or anything you create while using it.

If New Cinematics creates its own original works, is there a conflict of interest with writers who use this add-on?
This add-on was created to allow all writers to use Google Docs for creating and sharing their screenplays. It only assists with formatting your document and does not grant access or save anything you create using the tool. We have no way of knowing how, or if, you use this add-on.

What do you get in return?
The satisfaction that we've created a tool that assists screenwriters.

Other questions?
email us at info@newcinematics.com