On 17.11.2005 dhbailey wrote:
Either that or there should be a "wizard wizard" which can be run to
setup or change page sizes, in a clear manner which explains
carefully (with graphic representation) what each dimension will
affect. This could be run when the program is first installed, and
then whenever we wish after that, so that we could change our minds.
That does not address the original problem: It is possible to change the
page format for scores with the wizard. That's not a bad idea imo.
However, when it comes to the page format for parts Finale just uses the
same values, sort of defeating the object of having two page formats in
the first place. Most people will work with standard page formats most
of the time, one for scores and one for parts and this is exactly what
isn't possible with the wizard.
There are two solutions to this: Either the wizard should not alter the
page format for parts at all (ie use the one that is in the default
file) or have a separate option for the page format for parts in the
wizard itself. Ideally with a separate, user defined default.
Sort of a graphical interface for the pagesizes.txt file, I guess.
I personally see no real use for that. YMMV
I see no reason why we do so much within the program and yet have to
use an external editor to alter these things.
OK, I agree there could be a function inside Finale to alter the
pagesizes defaults, however, in my experience I only ever changed that
file once. I'd rather see some more important problems addressed.
Johannes
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