> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://wiki.fortelling.app/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://wiki.fortelling.app/~/changes/174/worldbuilding/story-elements.md).

# Story Elements

Story elements give each piece of your world a dedicated, searchable, linkable entry so nothing gets lost in scattered notes.

## What are story elements?

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Story elements are the building blocks of any narrative. They represent characters, locations, items, species, and other components that shape your universe. Each element stores the details you need to keep your story consistent and organized.

<a href="https://web.fortelling.app" class="button primary" data-icon="puzzle-piece">Start creating story elements</a>

## General

Writing a story is like laying out a jigsaw puzzle. You have characters, locations, items, and many more background puzzle pieces. In Fortelling, we call these items story elements. Each story element has its own tool in the app. Each tool has a few default blocks with a template that includes data attributes, images, notes, and labels.

## Templates & Attributes

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[Templates](/~/changes/174/worldbuilding/story-elements/templates.md)
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With our default Templates, Fortelling covers various genres and approaches to organizing your thoughts. You can also use the extensive lists for inspiration. You can add multi-line text for more extensive answers. Your attributes will be listed on the story element's page in a collapsible. If there is no data for a category, it will be hidden.&#x20;

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<summary>How to transfer templates to another project?</summary>

You can transfer templates to another project by uploading them to InkLink, then going back to the desired project, opening InkLink, and importing the desired template.

<a href="/~/changes/174/worldbuilding/story-elements/templates/inklink-template-hub.md" class="button secondary" data-icon="squid">Inklink (Template Hub)</a>

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<summary>Can I import or download templates in Fortelling?</summary>

Yes! The template hub in Fortelling is called "Inklink," and you can find it in your template settings. You can find templates made and uploaded by the community.

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<summary>Can I upload my templates to the Inklink (Template Hub) privately?</summary>

You definitely can! When you upload your custom template, you can choose whether to upload it privately or publicly. By uploading it publicly, you help the community!

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## Custom fields

Fortelling offers a wide range of default templates containing a list of attribute fields to fill in for each story element type. However, we can't cover everything. You can add your own fields in the custom fields category. Read more on the custom tools page for more customization options.

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[Custom Tools](/~/changes/174/worldbuilding/story-elements/custom-tools.md)
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## Images

There are two types of images you can connect to a story element:

1. **Main image**: this image will represent this story element throughout the app. It will be used in lists, at the top of the element's page, and as the main image on pinboards.
2. **General image**: you can add multiple images to this carousel. It only shows on the story element's page. Use this to create a mood board for your character.

You can add images from your image gallery, by uploading a new image, or by searching the online Pexels library.

## Notes

If you need to attach more text to a story element, link a note. You can use the rich text editor to structure your text more organized.&#x20;

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[Files](/~/changes/174/organization/files.md)
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## Labels

Use labels to tag story elements and cluster them together. Each tool allows you to filter, on a specific label.

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[Labels](/~/changes/174/organization/labels.md)
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