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Welcome to CineLog Pro!

This quick checklist will get you up and running in your first 10 minutes. Follow these steps to create your first project and understand the basics.

Getting Started

• Before you start
  Scroll down to preferences to confirm your personal preferences (You can toggle settings by simply tapping the value):
  • Technical Preferences - Select Measurement units, time format, etc.
  • Scene & Shot Preferences - Select auto numbering preference for scenes and shots and toggle between display modes for shots
  • Other - Change things like theme color, enable experimental tools, etc.

• Create your first project
  Tap the "+" button (Create tab). Select "Project" and fill in:
  • Project title (required)
  • Description (optional)
  • Director, DP, and Producer names (optional)

• Add a scene
  Open your project, then tap "+" and select "Scene". Enter:
  • Scene number (e.g., "1", "2", "A", "B")
  • Description, location, location type (INT/EXT/INT/EXT/EST)
  • Time of day (Day, Night, Dawn, Dusk, etc.)
  • Shoot date and page count (optional)

• Add a shot
  Open a scene, then tap "+" and select "Shot". Enter:
  • Shot number (e.g., "1", "2", "A", "B")
  • Shot size (CU, MCU, MS, W, etc.)
  • Description (optional)

• Attach a reference image
  Open any shot and tap "Add Reference Photo". You can:
  • Take a photo with your camera
  • Select from your photo library
  • Share an image from another app

• Export your project
  Open your project, tap the menu (three dots), and select "Export". Choose from:
  • CSV File (spreadsheet format)
  • Text Report (formatted text)
  • PDF Report (branded PDF with images)
  • PDF Storyboard (6-up storyboard layout)

Recommended Habits

• Use consistent naming for scenes and shots (e.g., Scene 1, Shot A, B, C)
• Add reference images to shots during prep to visualize your plan
• Update shot status as you work: Planned → In Progress → Completed → Needs Retake
• Export call sheets before each shoot day for your crew
• Use location scouts to document potential filming locations with photos and notes

That's it! You're ready to start organizing your production. Explore the Tools tab for cinematography calculators, and check Settings to customize units, themes, and numbering preferences.