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How do I merge notes layers into lining layers?

When generating tramlines using the Lining toolkit, all your tramlines are created in a new layer called Lining. If you have notes in other layers, they can be merged into your Lining layer for export.

📝 NOTE: This video shows a slightly older user interface but the instructions are still accurate.

📝 NOTE: Lining Tools is an Industry Pro feature.

Touch or click Layers in the Top Toolbar:

Touch or click the 3-dot icon at the upper left of the Layer pane and choose Merge:

Tap the radio buttons of the layer(s) you'd like to merge into a Lining layer and the radio button of the Lining layer, then tap OK:

✅ TIP for Mac users: Press and hold the Command key to select multiple checkboxes.

⚠️ HEADS UP: Merging notes into Lining layers can't be undone.

All your notes have been merged into Lining. A new default layer is automatically created — necessary for some Scriptation functions, but you don't need to take notes in it.

✅ TIP: To merge the same notes into more than one Lining Layer, duplicate the layer first and merge each copy into a different Lining Layer.

✅ TIP: Want Dialogue Numbers or another Info Layer in your Editor Export? See How do I include dialogue numbering (and other info layers) in my Editor Exports?

What's Next

How do I use Lining tools?
How do I export my lining as a PDF for my editor?
How do I generate multi-scene lining?

Updated on: 08/10/2026

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