
Remove extra or empty measures at the end of the file.Only single-staff instruments/voices are supported for on-screen notation, with the exception of MIDI keyboard (grand staff).Embedded fonts and graphics are not supported in SMPX files.If an SMPX file that displays the music on-screen uses music fonts or text fonts not available on the end-user's computer, a default font is substituted.Of course, you can create solo SMPX files which display the solo part on-screen and play with accompaniment. Ensemble SMPX files (a multi-staff accompaniment where individual instruments can be switched on or off) cannot display on-screen notation.Check the Score Manager to make sure none of the tracks are muted.In other words, the pickup measure should not be included in the measure numbering. If you have problems with scrolling playback in SMPX files that contain both a pickup measure and repeats, make sure that in the Finale file, the measure numbering starts on the measure following the pickup measure.
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To work around this issue, create first and second endings that repeat from the first full measure. These files cause problems with the playback cursor and page scrolling.

Note that if your document is set to Play Finale Through VST, you must select Include Audio when creating the SmartMusic accompaniment. Double-check the playback of the file.If your document has multiple parts, note that the linked part that you are viewing when you export the SMPX becomes the default part in the SmartMusic accompaniment file.SmartMusic uses the formatting and layout of the linked part. If your document consists of a single instrument, make sure that your formatting is done in the linked part, not the score.Other tips address the unique issues of the SmartMusic enhancements and limitations. Some of the tips below can help you prepare the best possible playback (in Finale or SmartMusic) as you notate the score. Check for compatibility with SmartMusic's requirements.


Assign instruments for SmartMusic accompaniment.Groom an existing Finale file for export to SmartMusic.This tutorial will guide you through editing your Finale document so it is suitable for assessment and/or accompaniment in SmartMusic. SmartMusic uses the same method for displaying music notation as Finale, but there are specific requirements and limitations to what can be played and assessed. You are here: Tutorials > Tutorial guide for beginners > Tutorial 11: Creating content for SmartMusic > Preparing a Finale file for SmartMusic Preparing a Finale file for SmartMusicĪssigning instruments, general tips, and compatibility guidelines.Ī SmartMusic accompaniment file is essentially an enhanced MIDI file.
