For some years I have been using Finale 2014 (on Windows 7) to provide scores for my singing group. I used to simply convert the MUSX file to an MUS, and send it as an email attachment. The singers could then open it in Finale Notepad for home practice.
I have had to get a new computer, running Windows 11, and am now using Finale 27.4.1.110. The newest MUS scores I have generated have all lost their noteheads, but will play on Notepad. The old MUS files are ok.
I have been around the Forum a little but can't find an easy fix. Should they upgrade their Notepads? Or download other fonts? Help please.
New MUS files not displaying properly on Notepad
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The new Finale uses new fonts; I suspect that's the problem. I don't believe there is a new version of Notepad. But when you create a new file in Finale 27, pick a "Legacy" document style and all should be well.
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Finale Notepad is contemporary with Finale 2012, and therefore hasn't been updated for more than a decade.
https://www.finalemusic.com/products/notepad/
Realistically, you need to find a new method of distributing scores to your choir.
- It is not supported on Windows 11.
- It has problems with hi-resolution displays.
- It is isn't available for Mac.
- It won't work with the new fonts in Finale 27.
https://www.finalemusic.com/products/notepad/
Realistically, you need to find a new method of distributing scores to your choir.
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There is no “latest version” of NotePad. It stopped in 2012. It is only compatible with Windows XP, Vista, and 7, 8, and 10.
They have a new free web-based product called Make Music Compose. Details here: https://www.finalemusic.com/products/notepad/
They have a new free web-based product called Make Music Compose. Details here: https://www.finalemusic.com/products/notepad/
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