> ## Documentation Index > Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.automatstudio.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further. # Create a Scene > Combine locations, characters, and props into narrative scenes Scenes are the building blocks of your film's narrative structure. Each scene combines a location with characters and props, representing a story moment or sequence. You'll create multiple shots within each scene to capture different angles and perspectives. ## 5. Create a Scene > ⚠️ **Prerequisite:** You must create at least one location before you can create a scene. ### Step 1: Enter Scene Details * From the Scenes page, click **Create New Scene** * Select a **Location** from the dropdown menu of all locations you've created in your project * Select **Int** (Interior) or **Ext** (Exterior) to match your location type * Select the **Time of Day** (Day or Night) for this scene * (Optional) Add a **Synopsis** describing what happens in this scene > 💡 **Tip:** Use the location you just created and add the characters who will appear together in this story moment. ### Step 2: Save the Scene * Click **Save** to create the scene * Your selected location will appear on the scene page ### Step 3: Add Characters * From the multi-select character list, choose which characters appear in this scene * Click **Save** after making your character selections ### Step 4: Add Props *(Independent & Hollywood plans)* * From the multi-select prop list, choose which props appear in this scene * Click **Save** after making your prop selections ### Step 5: Create Shots Once your scene is set up with a location and characters, you're ready to create individual shots: * From the view scene page, click **"Create Shot"** * This will add a new shot to your scene and open the Shot Studio * See the [Shot Studio guide](/tutorial/shot-studio/index) for complete details on working with shots *** Previous: create costumes and outfits Next: explore visual styles