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Notation reference
Rhythm slashes
Rhythm slashes are diagonal lines positioned on staves that are used to indicate that performers should play something, but without specifying the exact rhythms and pitches. They are often accompanied by chord symbols to indicate the set of notes the performer should use.
Slash regions
Slash regions automatically display rhythm slashes as appropriate for the meter throughout their duration; for example, they show four slashes per bar in 4/4 and two slashes per bar in 6/8 by default. A single slash region can extend across multiple different meters.
Note grouping in slash regions
You can find options to control the grouping and duration of rhythm slashes in slash regions in each flow independently in Notation Options > Note Grouping > Rhythmic Slashes.

Note grouping in slash regions

You can find options to control the grouping and duration of rhythm slashes in slash regions in each flow independently in Notation Options > Note Grouping > Rhythmic Slashes.

The available options include changing whether rhythm slashes follow the beat grouping or the time signature denominator, and set the duration for rhythm slashes in open meter. For example, you can show six slashes in 6/8 instead of two dotted slashes.

Musical examples demonstrate how each option affects the appearance of your music.


Figure 1. Rhythm slashes following beat grouping	Figure 2. Rhythm slashes following time signature denominator