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Rhythmic grid

The rhythmic grid is a unit of rhythmic duration whose value affects certain aspects of inputting

and editing, such as the amount by which items move. However, it does not control the duration

of notes and items that you input.

Rhythmic grid set to eighth notes (quavers) shown above the staff

The current rhythmic grid resolution is shown by the note value in the status bar, and by ruler

markings above the staff on which the caret is active. Longer lines in the rhythmic grid indicate

beat divisions, while shorter lines indicate beat subdivisions. In Play mode, the rhythmic grid is

shown by the frequency of vertical lines in tracks and in the ruler at the top of the event display.

The rhythmic grid controls the following:

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The possible input positions when using the caret or the mouse, and when copying and

pasting. For example, setting the rhythmic grid resolution to 32nd notes allows you to input

notes and items at a greater number of possible rhythmic positions than when the rhythmic

grid is set to quarter notes.

● The amount by which the caret moves when using Right Arrow / Left Arrow

● The amount by which notes and items are lengthened/shortened

● The amount by which notes and items move

You can change the rhythmic grid resolution at any time.