Getting Started with Howard

Format scripts, add pronunciations, and write like a pro in seconds.

Quick Format Free

Paste any script and instantly get broadcast-ready formatting. No signup required.

Number Conversion

Converts "1,234" to "one-thousand, 234" for easy reading

Pronunciation Lookups

Flags names and places with pronunciation guides

Audio Playback

Hear pronunciations spoken aloud

Time Codes

Estimates read time at broadcast pace

Before:

The mayor of Nacogdoches announced a $2.5 million grant.

After:

The mayor of Nacogdoches (nack-uh-DOH-chiz) announced a two-point-five million dollar grant.

How to use: Paste your script in the text box and click "Quick Format". That's it!

Advanced Options Free

Customize which pronunciation databases Howard searches.

Click "Advanced options" below the script box to toggle:

US places - Towns and cities across all 50 states
World leaders - Presidents, prime ministers, monarchs
Celebrities - Actors, musicians, public figures
Athletes - Professional sports figures
Countries - International place names
And more... - Colleges, corporations, political figures

Tip: Turn off databases you don't need to speed up processing and reduce false matches.

AI Rewrite Pro

Transform wire copy, press releases, or rough drafts into broadcast-ready scripts.

Howard rewrites your script to be:

Conversational - Natural language anchors actually speak
Concise - Tightened for broadcast time constraints
Clear - Complex info made simple for listeners
Correct - Numbers, dates, and facts formatted properly

Before (wire copy):

The Federal Reserve announced Wednesday it would maintain interest rates at 5.25-5.50%, citing ongoing concerns about inflation remaining above its 2% target despite recent improvements in economic indicators.

After (broadcast):

The Federal Reserve is holding interest rates steady. The central bank says inflation is still too high, even though the economy is improving. Rates will stay between five-and-a-quarter and five-and-a-half percent.

How to use: Click the "Rewrite" button (requires free account). Free users get 3 rewrites/day. Upgrade to Pro for 15/day.

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Free Account

3 AI rewrites/day, unlimited formatting, saved preferences

Pro Account ($19/mo)

15 AI rewrites/day, script history, priority support

Note: Quick Format is always free, no account needed. Create an account when you want AI rewrites or to save your settings.

Pro Tips

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Save your preferences

Click the Settings icon (gear) to save your default database selections. They'll persist across sessions.

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Use audio pronunciations

Click the speaker icon next to any pronunciation to hear it spoken. Great for unfamiliar names.

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Copy with one click

Click "Copy Script" to grab the formatted text with pronunciations inline, ready to paste into your rundown.

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Keyboard shortcuts

Press Cmd/Ctrl + Enter to Quick Format. Press ? to see all shortcuts.

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Don't see a pronunciation?

Submit new pronunciations through the Submit page. Once verified, they'll be added to the database.

Ready to try it?

Paste a script and see the magic happen.

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