Re: [Rosegarden-devel] new notation toolbars peculiarity

[Julie S <msj...@ya...>]

Dear Heikki,

Concerning this discussion:
> I could accept a compromise:
> 
>   4 is the longest default duration, used for 2/2, 2/4,
> 3/4, 4/4, 5/4, etc.
> 
>   8 is the shortest default duration, used for 3/8, 6/8,
> 5/8, etc.
> 
> But that would wet the idea of default duration.
> 
> As a summary, the default duration becomes more important
> with larger denominator values, like 8.

I like the default duration idea.  We don't need to compromise.  You can have default durations.

Let me explain a little better.

Part 1:
When a segment is first opened in the notation editor, the default duration is currently fixed a quarter note (crotchet).

I propose we use the time signature denominator to set this initial duration.  This code already exists.

When we switch to a mode like select, or erase then switch back to inserting a note via a note insert shortcut (asdqwezxc [etc.]) the denominator of the time signature is used to set the duration.

I want this code to be used when for determining the default time signature when a segment is first opened in the notation view window.

Part 2:
Noting the behavior above when switching modes.
Is setting the duration to a denominator of the time signature the best choice?
  - It is better than in classic, where a message box appears telling you "no duration" was selected.
  - Would using the last duration selected before leaving note / rest mode be better?

These are the things I would like you to speak about.  Any thoughts on this?

But if I'm missing something, then I guess we need to start making a 'compromise.'  I'm willing to, but I think understanding the situation clearly first is better than negotiating a compromise. Let us first figure out what it is we are talking about.

Sincerely,
Julie S.