Tips for using the database
Are you ready to make the most of your database experience? These tips will help you navigate the database efficiently. Let’s get started!
Efficient Searching:
- Utilize the "FIND" tab, which is available on most pages.
- Perform searches by Surname, First Name, Search People, or Search Families.
- At the top of the opening screen throughout the program, you'll find two blank boxes for First Name and Last Name.
- These boxes function similar to using "Find" and allow you to search by Surname or First Name.
- Keep in mind that the fewer letters you input, the broader the search will be
Database Scope:
- The database primarily includes information about individuals who arrived in North America as the first family member.
- It covers events up to around 1940 or a later death date.
Understanding Family Linkage:
- In this database, individuals are linked by blood, not marriage.
- The only report showing both the spouse and their family is the "Ahnentafel" report.
- The image captioned "Ahnentefal Report" shows how you can access the report for persons.
- Whenever doing a generational search over 3 generations, be it ancestors or descendants, always do so in Text” or “Ahnentafel” for best results.
Linking to a Spouse:
- To link to a spouse, navigate to the individual's profile.
- Use the "Family" tab on the individual's opening screen.
