overriding notation options for tied notes over multiple beats

I’ve a problem with local overrides of notation options for combining multiple tied notes into fewer notes of greater notation. I can see how to force, e.g., a minim to notate as two tied crotchets [enter two untied crotchets, apply ‘force duration’, add tie] - but how would I do the reverse, i.e. make two tied crotchets (entered as a single minim) display as a minim? There’s no moment at which I see it as a single minim to which I can apply force duration. I’ve a feeling I’m missing something really obvious…
Thanks!

Force Duration is MUCH more reliable if you turn it on before you enter the notes.

Set the caret where you want it.
Hit O to turn on Force Duration
Hit 7 for a minim
Type or play your note/chord

of course - yes, I was missing something really obvious… :slight_smile: Many thanks!