8va bassa line on parts across both staves on piano

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I have a line that’s shared between both staves. At times, when the line is in the bass clef, I want an 8va bassa line but when I try to place it, nothing happens.

Dorico 5 Pro, version 5.1.51.2153.

Any help would be appreciated.

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I just tested this and it seems that Dorico cannot place an octave sign over or under notes that have been moved to another staff. The octave sign can only be placed over or under notes that remain on the staff in which you input the notes.

There are situations in which this would be a problem. Perhaps I am incorrect or there is a workaround? One could, of course, fake it with a suitable line from the lines panel.

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This thread might be of help…

How can I add an 8va to the cross staff? - Dorico - Steinberg Forums

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Thank you, Janus.

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