# StoryBoard Quick Direct — Make better videos with a plan

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

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/storyboard-quick-direct/id501440298 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [PowerProduction Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/446261902)
- Category: Photo & Video, Utilities
- Price: $19.99 with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 25 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2012-03-07
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/storyboard-quick-direct/id501440298/reviews.md

## What is StoryBoard Quick Direct?

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.

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 your favorite characters from our desktop versions.

Direct the action.

Zoom-in, Zoom-out and add directional arrows to define the action or camera movement. Then speak your ideas into the caption window of the frame using the built-in microphone and speech-to-text technology.

Caption This.

Every frame has its own caption for director's note or dialog. Type or dictate your dialog or comments using the built-in microphone and speech-to-text technology. 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 storage of your projects for easy access to your projects on both your desktop and your iPhone.

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.

Your subscription will automatically renew each year, and your credit card will be charged through your iTunes account. You can turn off auto-renew at any time from your iTunes account settings.

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

## Key features

- Import photos as locations
- Pre-made character library
- Add directional arrows for camera movement
- Record voice notes with speech-to-text
- Playback storyboard sequences
- Rearrange and edit frames
- Upload to desktop versions

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: $19.99.

**Subscriptions**

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

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Action Bruce | $1.99 | one-time |
| Action Hanz | $1.99 | one-time |
| Action Jack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Action Lucy | $1.99 | one-time |
| Action Scarlett | $1.99 | 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 (8 of 8)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/storyboard-quick-direct/id501440298/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Not user friendly

*2017-05-13, version 4.21*

Very clunky setup, don't see myself using again

### 5/5 — Awesome!

*2016-10-16, version 4.11*

Take a photo of your location with your iPhone and create a storyboard with it? Awesome. Type out script notes to go with those storyboards. Also awesome. Guess what I'm trying to say is this app is awesome!!

### 1/5 — Crap!

*2016-09-03, version 4.11*

Do not buy this unless you are willing to throw away more money when you buy it! It's horrible and not even worth $2! Go get you a pencil and some paper! You would be better off! I want a refund!

### 1/5 — Characters extra

*2015-05-11, version 3.1*

Though it says in the description "Storyboard comes with characters...."  It doesn't.  They cost more.  Essentially for your $20 you get a program that you can add photos to and push it around and draw arrows.  The characters cost additional. The description is misleading.

### 1/5 — Weak

*2013-11-14, version 2.0*

Title says it all. No affects for imagery (taken or imported). This is an idea capturer software - Not a storyboard generating software. There goes $20!!!

### 4/5 — Great for film students and professionals!

*2013-05-02, version 1.2.4*

Works great and easy to use! Love the fact that you can turn characters in various directions. Would like it if we had the option to lock characters and backgrounds. Also various character description options add ins like ethnicity, age, outfits and use of add on extras for background purpose from one extra to 1,000 or infinite (ex. If you needed to built an army). Overall I love it!

### 4/5 — Looks good

*2012-07-25, version 1.2.2*

Pretty far, this app looks pretty good. It looks like it has a lot of potential, especially if it heads the direction of its original desktop application. Very simple to use on the iPhone and I am looking forward to exploring this app. Neil Schneider, Sonoran Studios, Phoenix Arizona.

### 5/5 — Good

*2012-04-15, version 1.2.1*

This is a great app for a reasonable price but it does have one major flaw, it does not have instructions on how to use it. Please fix this.

## Frequently asked questions about StoryBoard Quick Direct

### What is StoryBoard Quick Direct?

StoryBoard Quick Direct is a mobile application that transforms your device into a pre-visualization tool for filmmakers. It allows you to create and manage storyboards on the go, incorporating photos, characters, and camera directions.

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

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

### Does StoryBoard Quick Direct offer characters for blocking shots?

Yes, StoryBoard Quick Direct comes with pre-made actors in various positions and rotations, making it easy to block shots. You can also import characters from the desktop versions.

### How can I add notes or dialogue to my storyboards?

Each frame has a caption window where you can type or dictate your director's notes or dialogue using the built-in microphone and speech-to-text technology. You can also customize font, size, and color.

### Can I see my storyboards in motion?

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.

### Can I transfer my storyboards to a desktop application?

Yes, you can upload your mobile storyboards to your desktop copy of StoryBoard Quick or StoryBoard Artist via the SBQ Cloud. This allows for further editing and sharing.

### What is the SBQ Cloud subscription?

The SBQ Cloud subscription offers unlimited project storage for easy access to your storyboards on any device. It costs $0.99 per month, with the first month free, and can be canceled anytime.

### Is StoryBoard Quick Direct suitable for beginners?

Yes, the app is designed to assist filmmakers of every level, from beginners to professionals, in composing shot ideas and pre-visualizing their projects.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 6.07 — 2021-01-25

various bug fixes and improvements

### 6.05 — 2021-01-08

updated for iOS 14
various bug fixes

### 5.0 — 2019-07-02

updated for iOS 12

### 4.47 — 2018-04-18

Bug fixes & performance improvement

### 4.45 — 2018-04-16

Update for iOS 11

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

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