Using the Edit Time Signature dialog

The time signature for the score naturally affects grouping. But you can control this yourself by creating a composite time signature used only for grouping:

1. Open the Edit Time Signature dialog by double-clicking the time signature symbol for the staff.
2. Set up the numerator with the grouping you desire.

   If you for example want eighth notes in two groups of three and one group of two, enter 3+3+2.

3. Set the denominator, if necessary.
4. Activate “For Grouping Only”.

   

5. Click OK.
   Important

   Note that the “For Grouping Only” setting only affects the way the numerator is divided. Any changes you make to the “sum” of the numerator number or the denominator result in a change of actual time signature in the project. If you need a grouping which cannot be entered in the current time signature, you have to group notes manually, see below.