Finale 27.4, Windows 10, Sonar, (Cubase), Dorico Pro & Dorico iPad
In Page View Document > Page Format > Score (I chose Tabloid size) Select All Utilities > Unlock Systems Go to Page Layout > Redefine Pages > All Pages Hope that works for you.
I think one would have better luck reformatting the existing XML file than scanning again from a PDF. Does Perfect Layout offer a trial version? https://elbsound.studio/perfect-layout/index.php
If one sends the various voices in the left and right hands to separate VST instances in the Score Manager and Devices list, one can have different dynamics in the various voices/staves of a piano ...
Perhaps knowing which computer operating system you are using would be important, or anything about your computer that has changed recently (upgrades?) would be helpful. https://makemusic.zendesk.c...
AFAIK Finale does not proved a col' 8ve feature. One can certainly create the notation but would have to use a work-around to realize the audio for it.
I've never had a problem with Finale grabbing exclusive control. That is an interface driver situation, and if one is running multiple MIDI or audio interfaces, that is most likely related to the p...
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Are you asking about the organ specifically or how to connect a MIDI keyboard?
You haven't told us what operating system you or your student has. Since you are asking about the default program a file calls for when double-clicked, the OS info would be important.
Does the PDF have access to the same fonts (sizes and styles) as your screen does?