Pedal lines collision

[steinfeld]

I have a very deep piano part with the pedal held down which makes the pedal line move down into the next staff. Any suggestions?

Thanks

[Alberto_Maria]

Using 8va bassa?

[steinfeld]

Ah! That could be a viable option

[Christian_R]

Hi @steinfeld, the collision is due to the new algorithm that Dorico 6 uses for pedal lines, which has many other advantages. But in extreme cases like yours you may want to check if returning to the previous algorithm would be better for you.
There is an option for that under Engraving Options>Pedal Lines>Vertical Position>Advanced Options>Use legacy pedal line vertical positioning. Activating the checkmark, the staff spacing is corrected:

(@steinfeld Please consider renaming your topic as something like “Pedal lines collision” or “Pedal line and staff spacing” to help other users to find answers. To rename it just click on the pencil icon near the topic title)

[steinfeld]

@Christian_R

Use legacy pedal line vertical positioning

Dear Christian

Thanks so much for this!

However I cannot find engraving options

I use elements, is your suggestion available for me?

[Christian_R]

@steinfeld

However I cannot find engraving options

I use elements, is your suggestion available for me?

I see. No, Engraving Options are only available in Dorico Pro.

[steinfeld]

Ok, thank you Christian

When I use 8vb or 15ma bassa the pedal line appears normal and also I find it easier to read, but I don’t know what a pianist would prefer - ledger lines or 15ma bassa.

[Christian_R]

@steinfeld

I don’t know what a pianist would prefer - ledger lines or 15ma bassa.

As a pianist myself, I would prefer 8ba for the example in your screenshot.
As Liszt does…

[steinfeld]

He does it well I can see