Add Bracket (from Smart Shape Tool pallet)

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dstraigh
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Post by dstraigh » Sat Dec 02, 2017 12:24 am

Hi,

I'm trying to add a bracket above the notes using the Smart Shape Tool pallet - but I'm not having much luck figuring this out on my own. I haven't found a document that explains how to add the bracket. When I try to add the bracket nothing happens at all. The attached screen capture shows what I want to add.

I'm using Finale version 25.5.0.259 on a Mac.

Thanks,

David
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Post by michelp » Sat Dec 02, 2017 12:34 am

Select that particular line with bracket in the palette (Smart Shapes). Double click and drag in the score.
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Post by dstraigh » Sat Dec 02, 2017 2:36 am

Thanks, that worked!
michelp wrote:Select that particular line with bracket in the palette (Smart Shapes). Double click and drag in the score.

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Post by zuill » Sat Dec 02, 2017 3:57 am

For this situation, it's best to create a new Smart Shape that incorporates the Roman Numeral and the line. That way they always align properly. What Tool are you using for the Roman Numeral?

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