Publish & Distribution
The Publish workspace mode brings your final release steps together in one place. It helps you review the health of your project, understand its size, choose export settings, and prepare a clean download for testing or release.
What Is Included
Script Validation
Run a full check of your project before export. This helps you catch flow problems and other issues before they reach players.
Project Statistics
Review useful numbers such as:
- Word count
- Scene count
- Character count
- Estimated play time
Export Settings
Choose how you want to package the project and confirm the export options.
Version Management
Keep track of release versions as you prepare updates, test builds, or milestone deliveries.
INFO
Publish mode is not just for the final launch. It is also useful during development whenever you want a clean checkpoint and a reliable export.
Recommended Workflow
- Run Validate.
- Review your project statistics.
- Configure your export settings.
- Download the finished package.
Why Statistics Matter
Project statistics help you answer practical questions:
- Is your project growing faster than planned?
- Is one route much shorter than the others?
- Is your current build large enough for a demo?
- Does the estimated play time match your goals?
When to Open Publish Mode
- Before every major test build
- Before sending a version to collaborators or publishers
- Before public demos and releases
- After large writing sessions or structural edits
TIP
Validate after every major writing session. Catching issues early is much easier than fixing them all at release time.
Practical Tips
- Watch your statistics to keep scope under control.
- Use version labels that clearly match milestones.
- Export a fresh build after major fixes.
- Keep one validated build as a stable backup.