Adding Objects Using Palettes |
The following general procedure for adding objects via palettes can be used for most types of objects. To add notes and symbols:
For most types of objects, the mouse cursor will change to this shape: As you add notes in Add Mode, the cursor will change to a red note such as The red note indicates the note value (duration) that you have selected from the Note Palette. When you click the mouse, a note of that duration will be added to the score. As you add rests in Add Mode, the cursor will change to a red rest such as:
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For general instructions about navigating through palettes, see the introduction for Palettes. To learn about what palettes are available, explore through the palettes with the mouse. -- OR -- While holding down the SHIFT key, type the letter for the type of palette you wish to display, such as SHIFT+N for the Note Palette.
In some palettes you can choose multiple options at the same time. For example, in the accent palette, you can choose any two accents to be displayed above or below a note at the same time:
The type of object you just added will remain selected.
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To add lyrics or other types of text:
If you have added a new text object (lyric, free text, rehearsal mark, etc.), Composer will display a text entry box and a blinking cursor at the location of the new lyric or chord name, such as illustrated below:
For more details, see Adding Text. |