At cross-roads with Dorico

[Lillie_Harris]

Hi @nzguitarist

@nzguitarist

I’m uncertain if there is an easy upgrade path from Dorico Pro 3.5 (purchased in 2020) to the latest version.

There is (click Buy, then select the Update option), but do be aware that the eLicenser system (that Dorico 3.5 is on) will not be supported after March next year, and so users are encouraged to look at updating to the latest version if possible. At the very least, make sure your 3.5 licence is registered to your MySteinberg account.

For Dorico 3.5 and earlier users: Planned end of eLicenser support

If you are still running Dorico 3.5 or earlier, please be advised that Steinberg has announced the end of support for the eLicenser system that these versions of Dorico rely upon. After March 2025, it will no longer be possible to activate, re-activate, update or upgrade any product that has an eLicenser-based license. Although existing eLicenser licenses will continue to work after end of support, you will no longer be able to activate a new USB-eLicenser, move licenses between computers, or p…

@nzguitarist

The Steinberg chart comparing Dorico version features shows that the iPad version lacks the ability to Edit vertical spacing (presumably of staves?)

Yes, Engrave mode on the iPad is only available when you are subscribed, and that’s where the note spacing & staff spacing override tools live. However –

@nzguitarist

something I am constantly having to do in version 3.5

Ideally, and as Ben said, adjusting your settings in Layout Options should in most cases remove the need for excessive overrides.

Here are the tutorial videos Ben recommended, and which are indeed very good:

Staff & System Spacing | Discover Dorico

Learning Leading Layouts | Discover Dorico