Copyist

Copyist, developed by Sion Software Ltd., has just released its latest version 9.01.06. This versatile tool can be a sought-after addition to your Office Tools, especially within the Document management subcategory. The program file size is 2.7 MB, making it a lightweight yet powerful tool for users who need to manage musical notation.

What sets Copyist apart is its unique approach to music notation. The software allows users to create complicated musical examples with ease by treating notes, staves, clefs, and other musical symbols as graphical elements. This gives users the freedom to place musical objects on the page without worrying about sticking to traditional musical rules. Such flexibility is ideal for creating both small musical excerpts to be embedded in predominantly text-based documents, and highly intricate scores that other rule-bound software might struggle to handle.

The latest version 9.01.06 comes with notable improvements and stability over its predecessors, versions 9.0, and 7.0. The software is available under a Shareware license, allowing users to evaluate it thoroughly before making a purchase. Saving options are extensive, with the ability to save scores as .BMP, TIFF, .EMF, or .EPS files, facilitating the integration of these scores into other documents.

For those considering a free download to try the software, cpy32.exe is the file name you will be dealing with. This executable runs smoothly and does not take up much space, adhering to its 2.7 MB file size.

Pros:

• Highly flexible music notation with freedom from traditional musical rules.
• Lightweight, with a small 2.7 MB file size.
• Ability to save in multiple formats like .BMP, TIFF, .EMF, and .EPS.
• Shareware license allows for thorough evaluation before purchasing.

Cons:

• Shareware version may have limitations until fully purchased.
• May not suit users looking for strict adherence to traditional music notation rules.

Copyist is a remarkable piece of software in the Office Tools category, offering a free download for initial evaluation. With unique capabilities and user-friendly features, it's an excellent choice for those involved in document management who need to incorporate complex musical notation into their work.

You may want to check out more software, such as SandRibbon for WPF, PDF Transformer or eXcelatorCTR, which might be similar to Copyist.