Write dialogue for multiple characters

When Robin and Alex share a speech, put both names in the same Character block above it.

Add another speaker

1. In a Character block, enter Robin or choose Robin from the suggestions.
2. At the end of the name, type + or /.
3. Type Alex, or choose Alex from the suggestions for the next name.
4. Repeat the separator and name for any additional speakers.
5. Press ⏎ Enter at the end of the completed block to continue with the speech.

With the default casing, the speaker block reads ROBIN/ALEX. The editor keeps the names in the order you entered them.

Should I use + or /?

Both start the next name. The editor converts a typed + into /; they do not represent two different kinds of shared speech. You do not need to add spaces around the separator.

This behavior applies to the names in a Character block. A / inside a parenthesized note is treated as ordinary text.

Edit the names

Click back into the speaker block to change a name or remove one with its separator. Suggestions apply to the name at the cursor, so you can replace one speaker without re-entering the others.

When to use a group

For a named set of characters that you want to reuse, such as ENSEMBLE, create a character group. A group has its own name and member list; entering ROBIN/ALEX puts the individual names directly in this block.

Related tasks

• Choose a single speaker.
• Refer to a character inside a stage direction.