About the handbook
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This handbook is valid for MuseScore version 4.0 and above.
If you're using a different version of the program, please consult the appropriate handbook for your version:
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There is also a , which can be used with your browser's find-in-page facility (shortcut: Ctrl+F, or Cmd+F on macOS).
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The handbook is translated into several languages, although translations are not always up-to-date with the English version. Pages are translated individually, so not every page is available in every language.
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