A clapperboard marks the take for picture and sound and records the details an editor needs. Cinema Slate brings those jobs to a phone, tablet, or computer, with take logging and shot history stored on the device.
Clap, log, and rate takes
Tap the sticks for an audible clap and screen flash. Each clap logs the scene, shot, take, roll, day, and timecode. Add notes and a star rating before moving on.
Edit production details as you work: director, DOP, operator, lens, microphone, frame rate, location, and day/night, sound, MOS/sync, and INT/EXT settings. Lettered shot codes organize setups; volume buttons or a shake can trigger a hands-free clap. Use Redo to discard a bad take.
Filter the log by scene or shot, export CSV for editorial, or back up the data as JSON.
Timecode and local sync
Generate Free Run, Rec Run, or Time of Day timecode and jam sync compatible cameras. Integrations include Blackmagic ATEM switchers, Tentacle Sync, and LTC audio input and output. Check the product documentation for supported equipment and setup requirements.
Slate Sync shares project metadata and take history between nearby devices with passcode pairing. Our Nearby package supports communication over Bluetooth and local networks; Universal BLE handles Tentacle device discovery through the shared timecode integration.
Cinema Slate also exchanges timecode with BT Cam. A clap can start and stop recording on compatible connected cameras.
Work without internet
Cinema Slate keeps shot history on the device and works offline, with no sign-up or subscription. Nearby-device sync requires a supported local connection, rather than internet access.
The app is free to use. A one-time PRO purchase adds advanced timecode, external and wireless sync, Slate Sync, media file playback, and unlimited projects and takes.
Cinema Slate is available on iOS, Android, macOS, Windows, and Linux, and as a web app. See cinemaslate.app for details. For an application that needs to keep working offline, explore our offline-first engineering expertise or discuss your project.