Inputting pedal lines, retakes, and pedal level changes with the popover

You can input pedal lines using the playing techniques popover, both during step input and by adding them to existing music. Because the pedal line extends automatically as you input notes during step input, you can input retakes and pedal level changes when you reach the appropriate rhythmic position.

1. In Write mode, do one of the following:

   • Start note input.

   • Select the notes to which you want the pedal line to apply.

2. Open the playing techniques popover in any of the following ways:

   • Press Shift-P.

   • Choose Write > Create Playing Technique.

3. Enter the appropriate short-hand for the pedal line you want into the popover.

   For example, enter ped for a sustain pedal line.

4. Press Return to close the popover.

   The pedal line is input.

5. Optional: During step input, extend the pedal line by pressing Space to advance the caret.

   The pedal line also extends automatically as you continue inputting notes.

6. Optional: During step input, input retakes or pedal level changes by opening the playing techniques popover again when the caret is at the rhythmic position you want and enter the appropriate short-hand for the retake or pedal level change you want into the popover.

   For example, enter ^ or retake for a retake.

7. Optional: During step input, stop the pedal line by opening the playing techniques popover again and enter the appropriate short-hand into the popover.

   For example, enter * to stop a sustain pedal line.

8. Press Return to close the popover.