Convert.Guru

FDR Converter

Convert FDR files online for free


Drop or upload your .FDR file

How to convert your FDR file

  1. Click Select File above, and choose your FDR file.
  2. You'll see a preview.
  3. Click the "Convert file to..." button to save your file in the format you want.


Convert FDR to another file type

The converter easily converts your FDR file to various formats—free and online. No Word or extra software needed.

  • FDR to PDF
  • FDR to FDX
  • FDR to TXT
  • FDR to RTF
  • FDR to DOC
  • FDR to DOCX
  • FDR to ODT
  • FDR to PAGES
  • FDR to TEX
  • FDR to LATEX
  • FDR to MD
  • FDR to MARKDOWN

Convert a file to FDR

The converter also works in reverse, allowing you to convert your file into the FDR file type—in the best quality.

  • PDF to FDR
  • DOC to FDR
  • ASC to FDR
  • TODO to FDR
  • NFO to FDR
  • MEMO to FDR
  • README to FDR
  • DOCX to FDR
  • JPG to FDR
  • TXT to FDR
  • NOTE to FDR
  • RTF to FDR

About FDR files

The FDR file type, predominantly associated with Final Draft, is specifically designed for screenwriting. This proprietary format encapsulates scripts with detailed formatting features essential for film and television production. While FDR files serve their purpose well within the Final Draft software environment, sharing or editing them outside this platform can be challenging.

To work with FDR files in more versatile formats, conversion is often necessary. Popular options for conversion include PDF, DOCX, and RTF. These formats are widely supported across various word processors and provide greater accessibility for collaboration and editing.

Several desktop applications can facilitate FDR file conversion. For instance, Microsoft Word can import RTF files exported from Final Draft, while LibreOffice offers a free alternative for opening and editing these converted documents. However, it's important to note that conversion may result in loss of specific formatting features unique to Final Draft, which can affect the script's layout and presentation.

Despite the availability of software solutions, these methods can be cumbersome and often require multiple steps. This is where services like Convert.Guru come into play. By using Convert.Guru, users can effortlessly drag-n-drop FDR files to convert them to their desired format without the hassle of dealing with complex software or potential formatting issues.

In conclusion, while FDR files are ideal for screenwriting, the need for conversion is inevitable for broader usability. Convert.Guru offers a straightforward and efficient solution to convert FDR files, ensuring that your scripts are accessible and editable in various formats with ease.


The FDR Converter Story

The history of Convert.Guru began more than 25 years ago in California, when Tom Simondi published the most comprehensive database of file formats on his website. Before that, Tom had worked on Space Shuttle development at the Air Force Systems Command’s Space Division in Los Angeles. He is known as one of the top programmers of the late 1980s.

When Microsoft integrated Tom’s Filext database into Windows XP, it became the leading platform for analyzing and processing file types and formats.

Today, we use the latest technologies to analyze, process, and convert one of the world's largest collections of file formats. We are committed to developing the best FDR converter by continuously improving quality, usability, and reliability.

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