You can change the zoom level in the music area; for example, if you want a larger overview when inputting notes, but want to see notes and notations more closely when making detailed graphical amendments.
Prerequisite
If you want to keep a specific item in the center of the music area when you zoom in/out, you have selected that item.
Procedure
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Zoom in in any of the following ways:
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Press Ctrl/Cmd-= or Z.
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Spread two fingers outwards on a touchpad.
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Ctrl/Cmd-scroll upwards on a mouse wheel.
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Use the zoom options
in the status bar.
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Zoom out in any of the following ways:
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Press Ctrl/Cmd-- or X.
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Pinch two fingers together on a touchpad.
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Ctrl/Cmd-scroll downwards on a mouse wheel.
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Use the zoom options
in the status bar.
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Result
The zoom level in the music area is changed. If you had anything selected, Dorico Pro uses your selection as the focal point of the zoom. If you had nothing selected, Dorico Pro focuses on the area previously in the center of the view.
You can assign a key command for Center Selection on the Key Commands page in Preferences. This command automatically brings the selection into view.