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10.9 Adding or modifying features

When a new feature is to be added to LilyPond, it is necessary to ensure that the feature is properly integrated to maintain its long-term support. This section describes the steps necessary for feature addition and modification.

10.9.1 Write the code
10.9.2 Write regression tests
10.9.3 Write convert-ly rule
10.9.4 Automatically update documentation
10.9.5 Manually update documentation
10.9.6 Edit changes.tely
10.9.7 Verify successful build
10.9.8 Verify regression tests
10.9.9 Post patch for comments
10.9.10 Push patch
10.9.11 Closing the issues

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LilyPond — Contributor’s Guide v2.24.4 (stable-branch).