Elements Section
Elements are versatile components that you can use to organize various aspects of your manuscript, such as characters, settings, objects, and more. These elements are easily accessible through the left sidebar, allowing you to effortlessly manage and structure your manuscript's components.
How to create an Element
When your manuscript has no Elements created, once you open the Elements tab, you will be welcomed with this view:
You will have two options: To add your first element, or, you can generate an element with the assistance of AI. Additionally, you can right-click anywhere on the left sidebar, even on top of an existing element, to access a dropdown menu with the option to create a new element.
A new window will show up for you, where you'll be able to see different fields for you to fill in regarding information about your element. Let's say, in this case, you wish to create a Character:
As shown in the screenshot above, you will be required to input the name of the element. The remaining fields, however, are optional and can be filled out at a later time if desired. This flexibility allows you to quickly create and name elements, while providing the freedom to update additional details as needed.
And when you click ''Create'', you will be able to see your new Element in the left sidebar. In this case, I created a new character called ''Annie''.
You can also create groups to better organize your elements. Simply right-click anywhere in the left sidebar—even on an existing element—and you will see the option to create a new group:
When creating a new group, you are only required to fill in the title field. The rest of the fields are optional and can be completed later if you choose to do so. This flexibility allows you to quickly set up new groups without needing to provide all the details upfront. Once created, the new group will appear in the left sidebar.
You can move your elements, in this case, the characters, just by dragging them.
You can also utilize the ''Move into...'' option as well.
Select Tags
Tags are labels that you can assign to your elements. Imagine them as digital "sticky notes" that you attach to items to categorize and quickly locate them later.
By adding tags to elements, you introduce a layer of structure that facilitates efficient data management. Each tag can represent a specific attribute or category, and you can assign multiple tags to a single element to capture its multifaceted nature.
To assign tags to an element, you only need to go to the left sidebar, and right-click over an element:
To begin, you only need to click ''Add Tag''. You can add as many tags as you want.
You also have the flexibility to select specific tags that you want to showcase on your element, making it easier to view and access them at a glance.
Just select which tags you wish to assign to the element:
And you can hover the elements on your left sidebar to see them easily.
Element Notes
Notes are conveniently located on the right sidebar, just beneath the description box. You also have the flexibility to add as many notes as you want, ensuring that you can capture all relevant information and details of your element.
Additionally, you can expand each note by clicking on the three dots at the corner for a wider view, allowing you to see more content without any hassle.
Relationships
You can establish relationships between elements. This allows you to illustrate how different elements are linked, providing a clearer understanding of their associations. By defining relationships between elements, you can enhance the clarity and coherence of your story, making it easier to maintain and navigate the web of connections within your manuscript.
You can access the ''Relationships'' through the Element Sheet:
Or by clicking on the Element in the left sidebar, and checking the right sidebar in the Element Notes section:
Let's work with the right sidebar for now.
As shown in the screenshot above, you can easily add a New Relationship to this particular element just by clicking on the button at the bottom.
Once clicked, a new window will show up:
You can select the target element, and even change your current element before defining the relationship between them. Once that has been checked, you can just type in the relationship and click on ''Save Relationship''.
And you can easily check the newly added relationship in the right sidebar:
Alt Names
You can locate the Alt Names in the Element Notes section situated on the right sidebar. Alt Names function similarly to nicknames, allowing you to assign alternative names to your element. This feature enhances your ability to reference and identify elements quickly, particularly when dealing with numerous or similarly named elements.
A new window will pop up after clicking on the ''Add Alternative Name'' button:
You can add multiple alt names, as many as you wish, and you can edit and delete them as well:
Lastly, you can keep track of the Alt Names on the right sidebar:
Element Sheet
The Element Sheet provides a comprehensive view of your Element, displaying all its details, such as Notes, Relationships, and more.
Once clicked, you will be redirected to a new view:
This all-inclusive interface allows you to see and manage every aspect of your Element in one place, ensuring that you have all the information you need at your fingertips.
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