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Incorrect composite clef

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Description

Issue type

UI bug (incorrect info or interface appearance)

Description with steps to reproduce
  1. Open the palette Clefs.
  2. Click on More.
  3. Look at the clef called "G clef ottava bassa with C clef". It looks like this clef has its C clef part in the third space although a tenor C clef shall sit on the fourth line.
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In which versions of MuseScore Studio is this issue present?

4.6.5

Regression

I was unable to check

Operating system

Windows 10

Additional context

Here is the correct composite clef (treble and tenor) from Puccini's La bohème:

Image
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  • I have attached all requested files and information to this report
  • I have attempted to identify the root problem as concisely as possible, and have used minimal reproducible examples where possible

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Research direction

Reproduce the issue from the Clefs palette by opening More and inspecting “G clef ottava bassa with C clef.” Trace the composite clef rendering or definition starting from that palette entry; done means the tenor C clef is positioned on the fourth line, matching the supplied reference image, and the affected clef remains correct in the UI.

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Assessment

Tech stack
cpp
Domain
desktop
Issue type
Bug
Difficulty
3/5
Estimated time
1-2 days
Activity status
Quiet
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
52/100

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