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The Properties Window for the Chords for Composition track in a pattern is shown in the following figure.
The window contains the following elements:
Name of the key root. Enter or select a note.
Number of sharps or flats in the key signature. Enter or select a value in the range from 0 through 7.
Click #'s to select sharps or b's to select flats.
This window enables you to set a key signature for the pattern. By combining the name of a key, such as D or F, and an appropriate number of flats or sharps for the key, you can choose any major or minor key signature. For example, you can enter the key root G, select the flats option, and enter a key signature of two flats to create the key of G minor. You can also use a combination of settings to create a custom key signature. For example, an F key root with zero flats creates a key based on the F Lydian scale.
The key signature is shown on the track immediately after the "Chords for Comp" label. You may have to resize the column to see it. For an illustration, see Pattern Editor.
If you view a pattern part using hybrid notation, the key signature is shown in the grand staff of the pitch guide just as in standard music notation. Accidentals are also added in the editing region in front of notes that are affected by the key signature.
The key signature in a pattern affects only the notational display of the parts in the pattern. It does not alter the playback of the parts, with the exception of parts set to use pedal point play mode. For more information, see Pedal Point Play Mode.