Why notation software is SO INTIMIDATING?

Why is learning programs like Finale, Sibelius, Dorico, and MuseScore SO INTIMIDATING? Why are none of them extremely easy to pick up and compose immediately in? In this video, we will answer why music notation software is intimidating to learn, and how any composer and engraver can better understand the notation program of their choice!
Have a wonderful, musical day!
Chapters:
0:00 - intro
0:19 - user interface
0:49 - extensive functionality
1:19 - learning curve
1:36 - symbolic nature
2:05 - constantly evolving
2:33 - guidance
3:00 - conclusion
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[@TheMusicalNotesOfficial]

Hello Musical Friends!
Are you learning a notation software right now? Are you facing issues in learning the program? Hopefully this video gives you some reassurance that learning a new program can be difficult!
Do you have any tips and tricks in learning a new software? Leave them in the comments below!
Have a wonderful, musical day!

[@Pooter-it4yg]

I think you have to appreciate that the core purpose of this kind of software has always been professional engraving and many musicians struggle because they may be used to reading professionally produced scores but not writing them. When having to deal directly with the pictorial layout system they find themselves confronted with a raft of considerations they've previously taken for granted. So my controversial tip to aid learning any notation software is to put a bit of time into practicing scoring by hand. Most of us can and do actually still work much faster this way, but then we copy the results over for further work. Or not if it isn't necessary. Sketch on paper then move onto the canvas.

[@TheMusicalNotesOfficial]

I agree with practicing scoring by hand first! That is actually what my undergraduate made us do for the entirety of our Freshman year, and I think it really helped me out in the long run!

[@Pooter-it4yg]

@@TheMusicalNotesOfficial I'd add another tip on reflection. If you've the interest, start by scoring jazz pieces for 3-4 horns and arrangements and then move onto full big band, both plus rhythm.
This actually serves as a really good introduction to classical orchestra. You'll learn to handle two "choirs" in expanded SATB, elements of chorale writing and counterpoint, and get a relatively easy introduction to woodwind writing, since saxes are more homogeneous than classical woodwind. Of course, you don't typically use strings because the style is more punctuated than sustaining, but in my experience most people find strings the easiest "choir" to write for when the time comes.
In addition, you'll get far more chances to get medium and even big band ensemble pieces rehearsed and performed and there's where you really start learning.
As to learning "blend" with woodwinds, Rimsky has imo never been bettered. Good hunting.