Notation Editing / Deleting symbols
Deleting a symbol
Last updated: 07/30/2024
Deleting a single symbol is easily done by activating the Delete mode (hitting the "X" key on your keyboard).

How it works …
How to delete any symbol with the X key
1
Press the
X key on your keyboard to enter
Delete mode 
.
2
Position the arrow of the cursor over the object you wish to delete. It will highlight in color. Left-click to delete the highlighted object.
Animation (0:32) - Deleting a symbol
Tip …
Use the Selector tool
to highlight groups of objects then hitting the Delete key.
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Deleting specific symbols
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Modes: Insert / DeleteNotation Editing (Overview)Deleting symbols (Overview)
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