Inputting dynamics with the popover
You can input dynamics and expressive text using the dynamics popover, both during step input and by adding them to existing notes. You can also input different dynamics into each voice independently in multiple-voice contexts.
You can also change dynamics during step input by following these steps when the caret is at the rhythmic position of the dynamic you want to change.
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The selected dynamics are input. They are positioned according to your settings on the Dynamics page in . Voice-specific dynamics are placed below the staff by default, even if they are input into an up-stem voice.
During step input, dynamics are input at the caret position, and extend automatically if you included an open-ended gradual dynamic. Voice-specific dynamics are input in the voice indicated by the quarter note symbol beside the caret.
When you add dynamics to existing notes, immediate dynamics are added to the first note in the selection and gradual dynamics are added across the selection.
You can move dynamics within dynamics phrases and change the placement of dynamics relative to the staff later.
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If you entered a dynamic phrase into the popover, such as p<f>p, each dynamic and hairpin lasts a quarter note (crotchet) by default. You can lengthen/shorten gradual dynamics and groups of dynamics later.
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Some expressive text, such as molto, appears before immediate dynamics rather than after them, even if you do not enter them in that order. This follows the generally accepted practice for expressive text placement.
You can hide immediate dynamics later if you only want to show expressive text.