The fifths object | MNX specification

# The fifths object

Type: Number

Represents the number of flats or sharps, as in a traditional key signature. Negative numbers are used for flats and positive numbers for sharps, reflecting the key's placement within the circle of fifths (hence the name "fifths").

While there's no theoretical limit on this value, for practical purposes we recommend keeping this value between -8 and 8.

## Parent objects

This object is used by the following parent objects:

- key signature: "fifths"

## Examples

This object is used in the following examples:

Accidentals, Key signatures, Organ layout, Tie targets