Adding niente markings to existing gradual dynamics

You can add niente markings to, and remove them from, existing gradual dynamics; for example, if you change your mind about which diminuendos should decrease to silence.

Prerequisite

  • The lower zone is shown.

  • Properties is selected in the lower zone toolbar.

  • If you are in Engrave mode, Graphic Editing Graphic Editing button is selected in the Engrave toolbox.

Procedure

  1. Select the gradual dynamics to which you want to add niente markings. You can do this in Write mode and Engrave mode.
  2. In the Properties panel, activate Niente in the Dynamics group.

Result

Niente markings are added to the selected gradual dynamics.

Tip
  • Deactivating the property removes niente markings from the selected gradual dynamics.

  • You can also add niente markings to, and remove them from, existing gradual dynamics by selecting them and clicking niente in the Gradual Dynamics section of the Dynamics panel.

After Completing This Task

You can change the appearance of individual niente hairpins; for example, if you want to show some niente hairpins with a circle but others with text.