Windows

Project window

You can open multiple project windows for the same or for different projects. The project window consists of several areas.

1. Toolbar

   Allows you to access the modes, the workspace options, the Mixer, the Video window, and the main transport options.

2. Tab bar

   In Setup mode and Write mode, the tab bar shows the tabs that are currently open. If you split the music area and open several tabs, tab groups are shown.

3. Project start area/Music area/Event display/Print preview area

   When you set up a new empty project, this area in Setup mode and Write mode shows the project start area that allows you to add your first players. Once you have added a player or an ensemble, this area becomes the music area that shows the score or parts of the score that you set up, write, edit, and format. In Play mode, this area contains an event display that shows the effects of manipulating the playback of your score. In Print mode, the print preview area shows a preview of how your project is going to be printed onto paper or exported into a graphics file format.

4. Panel

   Provides notes and notations that you need to create and edit your music. Different panels contain different items and functions according to the mode.

5. Toolbox

   Provides access to items and tools that you can use to input and edit your music. Different toolboxes contain different items and tools according to the mode.

6. Status bar

   Allows you to choose a different view and page arrangement of the music area. It also contains zoom options and a summary of your current selection in the music area.

Floating windows

Dorico Elements allows you to open floating windows, such as the Mixer and the Transport windows. These can be hidden and shown independently of the mode that is selected in the main window. The following options hide/show floating windows:

Show Mixer

Hides/Shows the Mixer window.

Show Transport Bar

Hides/Shows the Transport window.

Show Video

Hides/Shows the Video window.