Dorico 3.1 Update Explained

Doug Zangar delivers a detailed Dorico 3 video tutorial series! Learn all about the new features added in Dorico version 3.1 and how to use them when crafting your musical scores. This series is for users who already know how to use Dorico 3 and want to learn about the new features and options added to version 3.1.

Videos
Under the Hood (03:10) - Learn all about numerous small, but useful improvements to the Dorico 3.1 update.
Condensing Pt. 1 (06:40) - This video covers the Condensing feature changes. Learn how to modify Dorico's default condensing choices with the parameters available in the Condensing Change window.
Condensing Pt. 2 (02:15) - Explore the numerous improvements that have been added to Condensing in both the Notation Options and Engraving Options window.
Dynamics Lane Pt. 1 (09:28) - The Dynamics Lane is a new feature found in Play Mode. This video shows you the lane layout and how to edit dynamics that have been created in Write Mode.
Dynamics Lane Pt. 2 (05:11) - Learn how to create and edit Playback Only dynamics. These will not show up in the score, rather you would use them for more realistic playback.
Miscellaneous Play Mode Improvements (03:59) - Fixed Tempo Mode, Time Track labels and Endpoint Setup dialog are covered, as well as Dorico's ability to warn of audio engine problems.
Bracketed Noteheads (05:46) - A new feature in 3.1. Get all the details on how to create and edit both round and square notehead brackets.
Vertical Lines (05:32) - Another new feature in 3.1. This video covers adding them to your music and how to edit them in the properties panel.
Horizontal Lines (07:16) - Discover how to add the new Horizontal Lines, including the three different types of start and end points, and how to edit them in your score.
Write Mode Improvements Pt. 1 (05:56) - Learn about the new dynamic and articulation playback improvements and better percussion techniques auditioning. Copy and Paste, simplifying accidentals, respelling across a tie chain and removing overlaps are also shown.
Write Mode Improvements Pt. 2 (05:50) - See how to use the new Short Bar Lines, Accidental Brackets, Cautionary Accidentals, Tonality Systems, Lyrics, Text, Timecode and Marker improvements.
Engrave Mode & Engraving Options (05:11) - A long list of improvements! Engrave Mode enhancements include: articulation placement relative to the staff, piano pedal retake alignment, constraint dragging and page layouts. Engraving Option enhancements include: Scale factor for playing techniques on grace notes and height values for brackets and braces. Learn all about them.
Chord Symbols (05:46) - Watch how to enter Local Chord Symbols and Engraving Options for added notes, enharmonic spelling and numbering slash regions are covered.
Chord Diagrams (07:56) - Take a thorough look at the new Edit Chord Diagrams window. Learn how to copy a shape to a matching chord symbol and view the additional fret numbering convention choices.
Guitar Notation (07:00) - There's a new guitar category in the Ornaments Panel to add bend runs and vibrato bar notation. Tablature engraving options, grace note scaling, and chord ties are also shown. Lastly, discover the new Laisez Vibrer Ties, Trills, and Left Hand Fingering options and how to use them!