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Good question, @Loraine ! For me, in some cases I think of the double open strings. We have a low E and a high E if ever part of the scale is on one of these strings. The same patterns will work on the other string in a horizontal scale. In drop D there is the low D on the 6th and middle D on the 4th string. In many cases, I already no the basic “open” scale for scales in C, Am, G, Em, D, etc. and sometimes go to them to add some variety. Another fun trick is to look at the chords that will be used in the back track. You can play single notes from these chords and they will also work with the scale to add a little spice. 🎶 Have fun!