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Use the right types of endings to get correct playback

Endings must be used a certain way or playback may not work as expected. Use a closed ending line (hook facing down) for intermediate endings and an open one (no hook) for the last ending.


Start repeat barline in measure 1 mistakenly placed BEFORE the time signature.


FIX: Use the x-parameter in the General pane of the Properties window first on the time signature (positive value) and then on the repeat sign (negative value).

  • Click on the time signature in your score
  • Windows>Properties>General pane
  • Click on the down arrow next to the text field “X” repeatedly to move the time signature to the left to the location on top of repeat bar


  • Click on the start repeat barline in your score
  • Windows>Properties>General pane
  • Click on the up down arrow next to the text field “X” repeatedly to move the time signature to the right of the start repeat bar


NOTE: The start repeat barline isn't necessary at all, technically or otherwise, at the beginning of a piece and may be removed altogether.