Articles on: Lining

How do I change the slate format?

To change the slate format, go to Settings → Annotations → Slate Numbering (or Lining → ⋯ → Settings) and tap the format you want. The Lining Toolkit supports three formats:


  • Alphabetical (American): 1, 1A, 1B, etc.;
  • Numerical (British, UK, Scandinavian): 1, 2, 3, etc.;
  • Decimal (Continental European): 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, etc.


📝 NOTE: This video shows an older user interface but the instructions are still accurate.


📝 NOTE: Lining Tools is an Industry Pro feature.


From Settings


  1. Tap the three-dot menu (⋯) at the top right, then tap Settings;



  1. Tap the Annotations tab;
  2. Under Slate Numbering, tap the icon for the format you want to use.



From the Lining menu


  1. Tap Lining on the Top Toolbar:



  1. Tap the ... at the top of the window, then select Settings.



  1. Tap the icon for the format you want to use.


📝 NOTE: Changing the slate format only affects future slates — already-generated slates keep their existing format.


What's Next


How do I use Lining tools?
How do I generate multi scene lining?
How do I export my Lining (i.e. to an editor)?

Updated on: 15/10/2026

Was this article helpful?

Share your feedback

Cancel

Thank you!