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Research is done in cycles. You will complete a series of steps and then repeat the steps again, using the new knowledge you have gained. An illustration of the research cycle appears above. Slowly click the image twice to see a close-up view.

For successful research, follow these steps:

1. Identify what you know.
2. Decide what you want to learn.
3. Select records to search.
4. Obtain and search the records.
5. Evaluate and Use the information.

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Links to Principles of Family History Research articles
Introduction
Using This Article · Your Genealogical Quest · The Research Process
Step 1. Identify What You Know
Step 2. Decide What You Want to Learn
Step 3. Select Records to Search
Step 4. Obtain and Search the Records
Step 5. Use the Information
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