# StoryBoard Quick Direct HD — Plan your video like a pro

> Mobile pre-visualization tool for filmmakers to create and preview storyboards. (iPhone/iPad app by PowerProduction Software.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/storyboard-quick-direct-hd/id504372138 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [PowerProduction Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/446261902)
- Category: Photo & Video, Utilities
- Price: $29.99 with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 20 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-03-07
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/storyboard-quick-direct-hd/id504372138/reviews.md

## What is StoryBoard Quick Direct HD?

From the creators of the #1 desktop storyboarding application, PowerProduction Software, comes the mobile app designed to assist filmmakers of every level compose shot ideas – on the go! StoryBoard Quick Direct turns your iPad into a mobile pre-visualization tool that will allow you to create and show off your storyboards and cinematic ideas, wherever you are! And, as a bonus, import them into your laptop application and keep boarding.

Go Big!

The HD version for your iPad boasts a bigger, Hi-Def interface to make composing your storyboards even easier!

Be your own location scout.

Insert any photo on your iPhone or iPad to use as a location/backdrop or when something inspires you, take a photo right where you are and use it instantly!

Casting call.

StoryBoard Quick Direct comes with great-looking looking actors in multiple positions and rotations so blocking the shot is a snap. Even add more characters from our popular desktop versions.

Direct the action.

Zoom-in, Zoom-out and add directional arrows to define the action or camera movement. 

Caption This.

Every frame has its own caption for director's note or dialog. Type your dialog or comments. Set the font, font size and font color and your captions can be visible during playback as well!

Action!

Want to see your storyboards in motion? Just press play and watch your storyboard sequence play back on your mobile device. Set and save the frame duration, sit back and watch the show.

Get an overview.

View your entire project as thumbnails in the overview window. Rearrange frames with the swipe of your finger and jump to any frame in the sequence for additional editing.

Upload to your desktop StoryBoard Quick and StoryBoard Artist!

Now, you can even take your mobile storyboards and work on them in your copy of StoryBoard Quick or StoryBoard Artist. Upload your storyboards to your own cloud and open them right onto your desktop for editing and sharing in the latest versions of StoryBoard Quick or StoryBoard Artist where you can substitute characters, add more elements, import your script and more. StoryBoard Quick DIRECT is a great tool for when the inspiration hits you when you're on the go.

Now upload and download through our SBQ Cloud. Your cloud subscription will open the door to unlimited upload/download storage of your projects for easy access to your projects on both your desktop and your iPad. 

Subscribe now to SBQ Cloud and your first month is free.

• SBQ Cloud Subscription - unlimited project storage for access anytime, anywhere, on any device for .99 cents per month. Cancel anytime.
• Price may vary by location
• Subscriptions will be charged to your credit card through your iTunes account
• Your subscription will automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period
• You can manage your subscription in Settings after purchase. You may disable auto-renewal at any time (ensuring you won't be charged again), but Apple doesn't provide a method to cancel the current subscription period.

Questions Concerns? Please contact us at ios@powerproduction.com. We respond to every inquiry.

## Key features

- Create storyboards on mobile
- Use photos as backdrops
- Add and position characters
- Direct action with zoom/arrows
- Add and customize captions
- Playback storyboards in motion
- Upload to desktop software

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: $29.99.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| SBQ Cloud Service | $0.99 | per month |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Action Bruce | $2.99 | one-time |
| Action Jack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Action Lucy | $2.99 | one-time |
| Action Scarlett | $2.99 | one-time |
| Twenty Taylor | $2.99 | one-time |
| Upgrade to Quick Art | $9.99 | one-time |
| Upgrade PDF Printing | $4.99 | one-time |
| Get All Characters | $48.99 | one-time |
| Quick Characters | $10.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (6 of 6)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/storyboard-quick-direct-hd/id504372138/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Rip-off. A lot of $$$; not a lot of functionality

*2019-03-04, version 4.48*

Comes with 1 female silhouette, 1 male silhouette, 0 backgrounds, and some real basic director’s marks and arrows. Everything else is a paid upgrade. Each character is $2.99. Bundles range from $9 to $50. Wanna print? That’s a $10 upgrade.

You can not create characters. You can not create props. You can not draw on the storyboard. You can not create a cast or a set of locations.  

When you zoom in, only one element zooms at a time. e.g. the background or a character.

If you color a character or element you have to use the color picker every time. This means every one is a little different color.

### 1/5 — Just bad

*2015-11-22, version 3.1*

I have never written a review for an but this one was so bad I felt compelled to. It's antiquated and practically feels like a cash grab. It's as if it were made for a different platform entirely. Not intuitive, and hampers creativity which is the worst thing a piece of software like should do.

### 1/5 — Terrible, overpriced app

*2014-08-10, version 2.2*

I wish I could undo this purchase. Might be worthwhile for $1.99, for a kid making his or her first iMovie, but not Not NOT a tool for real film makers. Useless and worthless, do not buy.

### 1/5 — Not worth the money, very disappointed

*2012-05-22, version 1.2.1*

You can't rotate arrows, so you are stuck with the direction they point, which is very limited.  Characters are limited.  No objects.  Bascially, you use a background from your camera roll, you place actors and arrows, that's it, that is all there is to this.  I can do this in several non-storyboard apps.  This app offers nothing I can find to justify the price.  I can't even export as a QT movie!  Can't remove panels, confusing interface, no user manual available.

Upload to the cloud, and then try to figure out "where" you're supposed to go on line to punch in the access code to see it.  There's no mention of how this works anywhere.  No user manual.  No tutorial videos.  No support at all what so ever.  Red flag for me.

I wonder why this app isn't listed on their web site, and why there's so few reviews of it.

All in all, I just don't get what this does that's worth $20 for an iPad app?  It's so limited, as a professional who does storyboards on the go daily, this is 100% useless.  Maybe amateurs who don't do this for a living will get sucked in to thinking this is a "real" storyboard app, but the truth is, it's a rip off.

### 5/5 — Sensational Filmmaking Production Tool!

*2012-05-12, version 1.2.1*

Having worked with the incredible Storyboard Artist Studio Mac version for years, it was like Christmas time when this iPad app hit my  new iPad's screen.  It's phenomenal on the Retina screen!  Ease of use - it couldn't be easier - upload to the Cloud or camera roll, instant playback with no stutters, all the features in the description are accurate - you can fully manipulate the size of background pix, included male and female figures and position in any direction and size with a swipe or a pinch - quick, fast, accurate and fun -- what more could we ask for?!  Ties in with the Mac version and gives some of the feature films we're working on the opportunity to keep working wherever we are - get approvals and make changes as they're being spoken - A++++++!!   Thanks for a GREAT PROGRAM - the new additions and iPad / iPhone support with SAS [Storyboard Artist Shot Assistant] and all the other goodies - FANTASTIC!  Ties in to become the a superior system for boards with Final Cut Pro X and 7 along with the blow-your-mind Martini program from the PowerProduction folks - all I can say is thanks and thanks and - you get the idea :) !!!!

### 5/5 — Very intuitive and usefull for indepentendt filmmakers

*2012-04-13, version 1.2.1*

I have used some expensive apps for setting up scenes for camera shoots, but I wanted to use my iPad since it is usually with me.  I never read a single instruction and made a complex scene in minutes. I especially like that I can use my photos fro the camera roll and place them in the backgroundbof my characters with a single tap on the screen. Sizing characters and changing orientationnis as simple as a pinch and drag. Finally, I can save the scene to my camera roll as a picture so I can email it to the folks I work with to show them what to film at a given location.  One of the best software investments I have made. I have not used it for very long yest so I don't know about reliability just yes, but as of now ... Great job!

## Frequently asked questions about StoryBoard Quick Direct HD

### What is StoryBoard Quick Direct HD?

StoryBoard Quick Direct HD is a mobile application designed for filmmakers to create and preview storyboards on their iPad devices. It allows for on-the-go pre-visualization of cinematic ideas.

### Can I use my own photos as backgrounds in StoryBoard Quick Direct HD?

Yes, you can insert any photo from your iPad to use as a location or backdrop. You can also take a new photo directly within the app and use it instantly.

### Does StoryBoard Quick Direct HD have pre-made characters?

Yes, the app comes with pre-made actors in multiple positions and rotations to help with blocking shots. Additional characters can be added from desktop versions.

### Can I see my storyboards in motion with StoryBoard Quick Direct HD?

Yes, you can press play to watch your storyboard sequence play back on your mobile device. You can set and save the frame duration for playback.

### How can I transfer my storyboards from StoryBoard Quick Direct HD to my computer?

You can upload your storyboards to your own cloud via SBQ Cloud and open them directly on your desktop versions of StoryBoard Quick or StoryBoard Artist for further editing.

### What is the SBQ Cloud subscription for StoryBoard Quick Direct HD?

The SBQ Cloud subscription offers unlimited project storage for easy access to your storyboards on any device, anytime, anywhere. The first month is free, and it costs $0.99 per month, with the option to cancel anytime.

### What devices is StoryBoard Quick Direct HD compatible with?

StoryBoard Quick Direct HD is designed for iPad devices and boasts a bigger, Hi-Def interface for easier composition.

### How often is StoryBoard Quick Direct HD updated?

The latest version of StoryBoard Quick Direct HD is 6.07, and it was last updated on January 24, 2021. This indicates a historical update frequency, though current update cadence may vary.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 6.07 — 2021-01-24

various bug fixes and improvements

### 6.05 — 2021-01-09

updated for iOS 14
various bug fixes

### 5.0 — 2019-07-02

update for iOS 12

### 4.48 — 2018-04-18

Bug fixes & performance improvement

### 4.44 — 2018-04-16

Bug fix in screen sizes

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All apps by PowerProduction Software: https://appshunter.io/developer/446261902

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