HELP - View My GEDCOM Files

On the View My GEDCOM Files screen, you can see a list of all the GEDCOM files you have submitted to be included in the Pedigree Resource File on CD or on the FamilySearch Internet web site. Below are some additional helps.

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Click one of the following for information about the GEDCOM Files You Have Submitted screen:

• When Should I Use View My GEDCOM Files?
• How Do I Use View My GEDCOM Files?
• What Is the Pedigree Resource File?
• Details about Each Part of the Screen

When Should I Use View My GEDCOM Files?

Use View My GEDCOM Files to see a list of all the files you have submitted to be preserved in the Pedigree Resource File.

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How Do I Use View My GEDCOM Files?

To use View My GEDCOM Files read the numbered list of files. The list will include the name of the file, the date it was received, and a description of its contents.  If you have not submitted any files, you will see this message: "You currently do not have any GEDCOM files submitted."

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What Is the Pedigree Resource File?

The Pedigree Resource File is a lineage-linked database of records submitted by individuals through the FamilySearch Internet Genealogy Service. To respect privacy, information about living people is not displayed online. There are two versions:

Internet Version

• Displays Individual Records of people listed in the database. Individual records can be printed.
• Helps you search for records based on names, relationships, events, time periods, and places.
• Does not provide detailed information about sources, notes, or LDS temple ordinances.
• Gives reference numbers you can use to find the complete record on a compact disc.
• May link you to a submitter's personal web site, where the record may be posted.
• Standardizes names so that spelling variations are displayed together.
• Standardizes highlevel places to allow searching by country.

Compact Disc Version

• Gives more detailed views of the records, including family groups and pedigrees.
• Provides notes and sources for the records.
• Lets you print charts and reports.
• Lets you copy information to your personal database.
• Is available at most Family History Centers.
• Can be purchased. 

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Details about Each Part of the Screen

Options: The panel on the left side of the screen contains a list of options. When you click an option, the information will be displayed on the right. Click:

• About Share My Genealogy to read an explanation of the Share My Genealogy section under the Share tab.
• How Do I Submit My Genealogy? to learn how to submit your genealogy to the FamilySearch Internet web site.
• What Will Be Done with My Genealogy? to learn the possible ways that your genealogy may be published.
• I Am Ready to Submit to read the conditions you must agree with to submit your genealogy for preservation and to submit your GEDCOM file.
• Check the Status of a Submission to see a list of the GEDCOM files you have submitted for preservation.

Sections: The Share tab has two sections that provide information about FamilySearch Internet Genealogy Service. To see this information, click:

• Share My Genealogy to preserve your family history in the Pedigree Resource File, to be shared with others around the world.
• Collaboration E-mail Lists to see what lists you have joined and to share information with others through e-mail.

Tabs and Toolbars. The colored tabs and toolbars at the top of the page are for moving through the FamilySearch Internet site. For tips on moving through the site, see Navigation Tips.

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