To set a minimum space between tied notes

1. Choose Document > Document Options > Music Spacing.
2. Enter a value (in measurement units) into the Minimum Distance Between Notes With Ties text box to set a minimum distance to leave between tied notes. Enter zero if you do not want any minimum spacing limit applied.
3. Click OK to save your changes. Click Cancel to dismiss the dialog box without making any changes.

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