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Import music notation into illustrator

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August 7, 2022
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How do you import music notation into illustrator? I have created a pdf exported from the notation program (Finale) but when I open it in illustrator there appears to be fonts missing. In this case, the noteheads are showing as little squares. Any ideas?

Correct answer Monika Gause

Create a new file and place the PDF (linked, not embedded).

Then Object > Flatten transparency. Make sure that Outline Fonts is turned on.

You will not be able to edit text.

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Hi. Finale should embed the fonts when you export to PDF but sometimes the fonts cannot be embedded due to licensing restrictions. You can try:

If you're working on a mac, open the PDF in Preview applications and resave it. Sometimes, this fixes the font issue.
Use a different font in Finale.

Marlon Ceballos

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Create a new file and place the PDF (linked, not embedded).

Then Object > Flatten transparency. Make sure that Outline Fonts is turned on.

You will not be able to edit text.