Understanding the Script Workflow

Subscribr's script creation follows a structured workflow that differs from free-form AI chatbots. Understanding this flow will help you work with the system effectively.

The One-Chat, One-Script Paradigm#

Unlike general-purpose AI chatbots where you can ask for anything at any time, Subscribr uses a one chat thread = one script model. Each conversation is designed to develop a single video concept from idea to finished script.

This structure exists because creating a quality script requires building context progressively. Your voice profile, audience personas, research materials, and the evolving conversation all inform how the AI writes. By keeping everything in one thread, the AI maintains continuity and produces more coherent, personalized output.

The Complete Journey#

Here's the full path from initial idea to finished script:

flowchart TD
    A[Start New Chat] --> B[Discuss Your Idea]
    B --> C{Ready to create script?}
    C -->|Not yet| B
    C -->|Yes| D["Say 'Create this script'"]
    D --> E[Canvas Opens]
    E --> F[Answer Planning Questions]
    F --> G[Generate Outline]
    G --> H{Happy with outline?}
    H -->|No| I[Request Changes]
    I --> G
    H -->|Yes| J[Switch to Write Mode]
    J --> K[Generate Script]
    K --> L{Happy with script?}
    L -->|No| M[Request Edits]
    M --> K
    L -->|Yes| N[Export & Use]

    style A fill:#e0f2fe
    style E fill:#fef3c7
    style N fill:#dcfce7

Phase 1: Ideation#

Start in the chat by discussing your video idea. Explore the concept, refine your angle, and use research tools to gather supporting material. The AI can help you brainstorm hooks, identify what makes your topic interesting, and develop your unique perspective. Take as much time as you need here because a well-developed idea makes everything downstream easier.

When you're ready to move forward, tell the AI something like "Create this script" or "Let's make this into a script." The AI will set up a script project and open the Canvas.

Phase 2: Planning#

The Canvas opens in Plan mode, where you'll work on your outline. You'll typically see planning questions that help the AI understand your goals for this video. These questions are optional but answering them leads to better outlines. Topics covered might include your main takeaway, target audience concerns, or specific points you want to address.

Once you've provided any additional context, generate your outline. Review the structure and make sure it captures what you want to cover. You can edit the outline directly or ask the AI to revise specific sections.

Phase 3: Writing#

When your outline is ready, switch to Write mode (using the toggle at the top of the canvas). Generate your full script, and the AI will expand your outline into complete prose, applying your voice profile and considering your audience.

After generation, refine the script through conversation. Ask for specific changes, highlight sections you want improved, or request a fresh take on particular parts.

Phase 4: Export#

Once you're satisfied, export your script for recording. You can copy to clipboard, download as a Word document, or export as PDF.

Working Within the System#

Changing Topics Mid-Stream#

If you realize mid-conversation that you want to write about something different, you have two options. For small pivots, update your outline first to reflect the new direction, then regenerate the script. For completely different topics, start a new chat thread because trying to force a major topic change within an existing script usually produces confused output.

One Script at a Time#

You can only work on one script per chat thread. If you want to create multiple scripts on related topics, you'll need separate chat threads for each. This keeps the context clean and prevents the AI from mixing up details between different videos.

The Importance of Sequence#

The workflow is intentionally sequential: idea first, then outline, then script. Trying to skip steps (like asking for a full script before developing an outline) works against the system's design. The structured approach produces better results because each phase builds on the previous one.

Common Questions#

"Can I just get a quick script without the outline step?"#

You can generate a script without extensively editing the outline, but the outline step itself is part of the process. The AI uses the outline as a roadmap for generating coherent, well-structured content. Skipping this entirely usually results in scripts that wander or miss key points.

"What if I want to completely restart?"#

In the Canvas, you can use "Start Over" to clear your current draft and begin fresh with the same topic. If you want to change topics entirely, starting a new chat thread is the cleaner approach.

"Can the AI dump a full script into the chat?"#

The Canvas is specifically designed for script generation because it provides proper formatting, version history, and export options. The AI won't generate complete scripts directly in the chat, so you'll need to use the Canvas for the actual writing.

Tips for Success#

Invest in the ideation phase. Time spent clarifying your idea, developing your angle, and gathering research pays dividends when you reach the writing phase. Rushed ideation leads to generic scripts.

Answer the planning questions thoughtfully. They're not busywork. The AI uses your answers to customize the outline and script to your specific goals for this video.

Work with the outline before generating. If something looks wrong in the outline, fix it there rather than hoping the script turns out differently. The outline is your blueprint.

Be specific with edit requests. "Make this better" gives the AI little to work with. "Make this hook more surprising by adding a counterintuitive stat" tells it exactly what you want.

Next Steps#

Ready to try the workflow? Learn about the Canvas interface for details on the split-panel design, or explore writing and editing tools to master the refinement phase.