Changing the direction of partial beams

Dorico automatically inputs a partial beam if one is required. You can change on which side of stems individual partial beams appear.

Procedure

  1. Select a note with a partial beam. You can do this in Write mode and Engrave mode.
  2. In the Properties panel, activate Partial beam direction in the Beaming group.
  3. Choose one of the following options:
    • Left

    • Right

Result

The partial beam appears on the corresponding side of the stem.

Example

Figure: Partial beam direction Left

Figure: Partial beam direction Right