Apple Logic Pro 7 - Manual (Page 506)

506 Chapter 16 Score Editor
Slurs, Crescendi
Input
Insert these objects at the intended left starting point. They can then be edited to their
desired shape. After insertion, the object remains selected and small black square
“handles” are visible at its end points, or, in the case of slurs, along its length as well.
You can drag these “handles” with the mouse, to change the object’s shape.
Fast Slur and Crescendo Input with key commands
For slurs, crescendo, and decrescendo symbols, there are also user definable key
commands (see “Key Commands” on page 44) for fast input:
• Insert Slur Up
• Insert Slur Down
• Insert Crescendo
• Insert Decrescendo
These commands place the corresponding object below or above (Slur Up) the
currently selected notes. The start point is determined by the first selected note, the
length of the object by the most recently selected note. The shape and vertical position
of each object is determined by the settings of the last edited object of the same type
used.
Altering the Shape
To edit the shape of these symbols, grab and drag the black square “handles” at any
time, even if they are not visible. To make them visible, select the object by clicking on
one of its ends, or by rubber band selection.
Changing the Position
All but the last six objects can be moved by simply click-dragging the mouse from the
object’s left hand starting point. The last six objects in the group are moved by click-
dragging each of their corners (“handles”) separately.