User Guide
Welcome to the ChapterWise User Guide! This comprehensive guide will walk you through every aspect of using ChapterWise to analyze your manuscripts, from your first upload to exporting professional analysis reports.
Whether you're a first-time user or looking to master advanced features, this guide provides step-by-step instructions and best practices to help you get the most out of ChapterWise's powerful analysis capabilities.
Getting Started Workflow
Follow this recommended workflow for the best ChapterWise experience:
1. Upload Your Manuscript
Start by getting your work into ChapterWise with our intelligent upload system.
Learn how to upload manuscripts in multiple formats, configure upload settings, and ensure optimal processing. This guide covers supported file types, best practices for formatting, and troubleshooting common upload issues.
Key Topics: - Supported file formats (PDF, DOCX, HTML, Markdown, TXT) - Upload process and settings - File size limits and optimization - Best practices for manuscript formatting
2. Configure Chapter Detection
Ensure your manuscript is properly structured for analysis.
Understand how ChapterWise automatically detects chapter boundaries and learn how to customize detection settings for your specific manuscript structure.
Key Topics: - Automatic vs. manual chapter detection - Customizing detection algorithms - Handling non-standard chapter formats - Troubleshooting detection issues
3. Run Your Analysis
Execute comprehensive analysis modules to gain insights into your writing.
Discover how to select and run different analysis modules, understand processing times, and monitor analysis progress for optimal results.
Key Topics: - Available analysis modules - Selecting appropriate modules for your needs - Understanding processing requirements - Monitoring analysis progress
4. Review Your Results
Explore and interpret the insights generated from your manuscript analysis.
Learn how to navigate analysis dashboards, interpret different types of results, and use interactive features to explore your manuscript's patterns and characteristics.
Key Topics: - Understanding analysis dashboards - Interpreting charts and visualizations - Interactive result exploration - Comparing results across drafts
5. Export Your Data
Share and preserve your analysis results in various formats.
Master the export system to create professional reports, share insights with collaborators, and maintain records of your analysis results.
Key Topics: - Available export formats - Customizing export content - Sharing and collaboration features - Organizing exported files
6. Manage Your Projects
Organize multiple manuscripts and track your writing progress over time.
Learn advanced project management features including version control, collaboration tools, and progress tracking across multiple works.
Key Topics: - Project organization strategies - Version control and draft management - Collaboration and sharing - Progress tracking and analytics
Quick Start Guide
For New Users
If you're new to ChapterWise, start here:
- Upload your first manuscript - Get your work into the system
- Run a basic analysis - Start with core modules
- Explore your results - Understand what the analysis tells you
For Experienced Users
Already familiar with the basics? Jump to advanced topics:
- Advanced project management - Master collaboration and organization
- Custom export configurations - Create tailored reports
- Chapter detection fine-tuning - Optimize for complex manuscripts
Analysis Module Categories
ChapterWise offers various types of analysis to help you understand different aspects of your writing:
Structural Analysis
- Chapter and scene structure
- Pacing and rhythm analysis
- Plot progression tracking
Character Analysis
- Character development arcs
- Dialogue patterns and voice consistency
- Relationship mapping
Style Analysis
- Writing style consistency
- Readability metrics
- Language patterns and variety
Narrative Analysis
- Story beats and structure
- Emotional arc tracking
- Theme identification
Getting Help
Common Questions
- How long does analysis take? - Most manuscripts process within 2-5 minutes, depending on length and selected modules.
- What file formats work best? - DOCX and PDF generally provide the most accurate results, though all supported formats work well.
- Can I analyze incomplete manuscripts? - Yes! ChapterWise works with manuscripts at any stage of completion.
Support Resources
- Troubleshooting Guide - Solutions to common problems
- Community Forums - Connect with other ChapterWise users
- Contact Support - Direct assistance for technical issues
Best Practices
Before You Start
- Prepare your manuscript - Remove draft notes and ensure consistent formatting
- Choose appropriate modules - Select analysis types relevant to your current writing stage
- Set clear goals - Decide what insights you're looking for from the analysis
During Analysis
- Start with core modules - Build understanding with basic analysis before moving to advanced features
- Review results systematically - Work through dashboards methodically rather than jumping around
- Take notes - Document insights and action items based on analysis results
After Analysis
- Apply insights gradually - Implement improvements incrementally rather than trying to address everything at once
- Track changes - Use version control to monitor how changes affect subsequent analysis
- Share selectively - Export and share relevant insights with beta readers or writing groups
Tips for Different Writing Stages
First Draft Writers
Focus on structural analysis to ensure solid foundation: - Chapter detection and structure - Basic character consistency - Plot progression analysis
Revision Stage Writers
Dive deeper into refinement: - Style consistency analysis - Character development tracking - Dialogue and voice analysis
Final Polish Writers
Perfect the details: - Readability optimization - Language variety analysis - Final consistency checks
What's Next?
Ready to dive in? Start with Uploading Manuscripts to get your work into ChapterWise, then follow the workflow above to unlock powerful insights about your writing.
Each guide in this section includes detailed step-by-step instructions, screenshots, troubleshooting tips, and best practices to help you succeed. Take your time exploring the features, and don't hesitate to reach out if you need assistance.
Happy writing and analyzing! 📚✨