Inputting pedal lines and retakes with the panel

You can input pedal lines and retakes using the Playing Techniques panel.

Note

  • When using the panel, you cannot input pedal lines or retakes during note input.

  • These steps describe inputting with the default mouse input preference Create item at selection.

Procedure

  1. In Write mode, select the notes to which you want the pedal line to apply.
  2. In the Notations toolbox, click Playing Techniques to show the Playing Techniques panel.
  3. In the Playing Techniques panel, expand the Keyboard section.
  4. Click the pedal line you want.

    Alternatively, with nothing selected, click the pedal line you want in the Keyboard section of the Playing Techniques panel, then click and drag in the score to create a pedal line and extend it to the duration you want.

  5. Optional: Select an item at the rhythmic position where you want to input a retake.
  6. Optional: In the Playing Techniques panel, click Retake Pedal in the Keyboard section.

Result

The pedal line is input across the selected range.