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Step-by-step guides for generating viral scripts, finding proven hooks, grading your videos, and growing your short-form content on TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and Instagram Reels.

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Hook Finder
5,000+ viral hooks
Hook Generator
AI-powered hooks
Script Generator
Full scripts in 60s
Brand Kits
Brand voices
Channel Dashboard
Analytics & insights
Trending
What's viral now
Video Grader
AI feedback
API
Programmatic access
01

Getting Started

Set up your account and create your first content
Hamlet: turn a script into a film, step by step
The complete Hamlet walkthrough: bridge a script from ScriptHooks, generate the shot plan, cast characters and voices, storyboard, render, and edit. Plus pricing and FAQ.
8 min read
How do I create a ScriptHooks account?
Sign up with Google OAuth or email in under 60 seconds. Get 10 free credits — no credit card required.
2 min read
How do I grade a screenplay or short film?
Letter grade, Pass/Consider/Recommend, dual-mode structural Coverage, comp films, budget tier. The tool grades. It does not rewrite your script.
5 min read
How do credits work?
Scripts, hooks, and video grades each cost 1 credit. Voiceovers cost 1-2. Free accounts start with 10 credits.
3 min read
How do I generate my first video script?
Enter a topic, pick a niche and tone, and get a ready-to-film script in under 60 seconds. No experience needed.
3 min read
Which ScriptHooks tool should I use?
Compare Hook Finder, Hook Generator, Script Generator, and Video Grader to pick the right tool for your workflow.
4 min read
How do I connect my YouTube or TikTok channel?
Authorize your YouTube, TikTok, or Instagram account in Channel Dashboard to unlock AI-powered performance insights.
3 min read
From Brand Kit to Scripts: the complete workflow
The end-to-end guide: create a persona, add channels, discover competitors, build a content strategy, and generate scripts.
5 min read
02

Core Features

Deep dives into every tool
How do I use the Teleprompter?
Paste or open a script, set the pace, and read it off the screen while it records you. Modes for every rig, works on desktop and phone, and prompting is free.
5 min read
How do I build a slide deck with Story Decks?
Turn a topic or a script into an on-brand, editable deck. Write an AI talk track, present with the built-in Prompter, record the whole thing, then export.
6 min read
How do I search for viral hooks?
Use Hook Finder to search 5,000+ proven hooks by niche, platform, and engagement data from videos with 100K–165M+ views.
5 min read
How do I generate custom hooks with AI?
Enter a topic and style, and Hook Generator creates original hooks tailored to your niche — individually or in bulk.
4 min read
How do I create a full video script?
Script Generator produces a complete ready-to-film script with hook, body, B-roll suggestions, and CTA in about 60 seconds.
6 min read
How do I get AI feedback on my video?
Upload or paste a link and Video Grader scores your content on hook strength, pacing, retention, and CTA — with specific tips to improve.
5 min read
How do I track my channel analytics?
Channel Dashboard pulls metrics from YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram into one view with AI-generated performance insights.
5 min read
How do I find trending topics and viral content?
Trending surfaces what's going viral right now across TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and Reels — filterable by niche and time range.
4 min read
How do I set up a brand voice persona?
Create reusable Brand Kits that define your tone, vocabulary, and style — then apply them to any script or hook generation.
4 min read
How do I track competitors with Market Intel?
Add competitor channels to Market Intel to track their posting cadence, top-performing content, and strategy gaps you can exploit.
5 min read
03

Advanced

Power features and integrations
How do I grade a script before filming?
Paste any script into Script Grader to get a detailed breakdown of hook strength, structure, pacing, and predicted retention.
5 min read
How do I access the ScriptHooks API?
Generate an API key from Settings, then use our REST endpoints to create hooks, scripts, and grades programmatically.
8 min read
How do I invite team members and share credits?
Add teammates via email, assign Editor or Viewer roles, and share a unified credit pool from your workspace settings.
4 min read
How do I generate a voiceover for my script?
Pick from 5,000+ ElevenLabs voices, adjust speed and style, and download a ready-to-use MP3 narration. Costs 1–2 credits.
6 min read
How do I set up a custom brand kit?
Save your logo, colors, and tone presets into a Brand Kit so every script and hook matches your visual identity automatically.
4 min read
04

Best Practices

Strategies to maximize your results
How do I write hooks that stop the scroll?
Use proven formulas — curiosity gaps, bold claims, pattern interrupts — and A/B test variations to find what converts for your niche.
7 min read
How do I structure a script for maximum retention?
Follow the Hook → Tension → Payoff → CTA framework with re-hooks every 15–20 seconds to keep average view duration high.
6 min read
What are the differences between TikTok, Shorts, and Reels?
Each platform favors different lengths, caption styles, and hooks. Learn the key format and algorithm differences to optimize per platform.
5 min read
How do I use analytics to improve my content?
Read your retention curves, compare hook variants with A/B tests, and use Channel Dashboard data to double down on what works.
6 min read
How do I build a content calendar with ScriptHooks?
Batch-generate a week of scripts in one session, map them to a posting schedule, and maintain consistency without daily creative pressure.
5 min read
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