A FADE OUT is used to signal the conclusion of the screenplay at the end of the last scene. FADE OUT (separated by a period) is typed in the right margin, followed by a period. FADE OUT is always followed by the phrase THE END (capitalized, underlined, and centered on the page). Use caution not to use too many FADE OUTs or your reader may get confused as to where the script ends. There are several ways to write a FADE OUT including using a horizontal rule or a transparant space on the page. A FADE OUT should be written in pencil so that you can change it if necessary. The FADE OUT should read like an epilogue - wrapping up all the loose ends and providing closure for the story. It is recommended that you write a FADE IN at the beginning of each new scene to indicate the transition between scenes. Writing a good FADE OUT can be difficult because it needs to cover everything off from start to finish without leaving any questions unanswered or characters dead. As long as you do this, then you will have written a successful FADE OUT.