# Change root note

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> First, [**enter the chord edit overlay**](https://guide.tonaly.app/songwriting/edit-a-chord/add-optional-tones-to-a-certain-chord)**.**

### ▶️ Change the root note of a chord

Use the arrows or tap on the note name in the **first column**.

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👉 **When tapping** on the note name, you can select a specific note.&#x20;

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**The dot** in front of the note name indicates whether the tone is **within the key**.
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You can also drag the column vertically for quickly change its content.
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