Affiliate Library Quick Instructions

The FamilySearch Learning Lessons below offer quick instructions for common topics. Click any link to open and print it.

About FamilySearch and Site Navigation

  • About FamilySearch
  • Navigate FamilySearch
Account Creation and Settings

  • Create an Account
  • Forgot Username or Password
  • Account Settings
Search Historical Records

  • Search Tips for Historical Records
  • Search Instructions for Historical Records
  • Search the Catalog for Records
  • Search by Place
  • Search for Images
  • How to use the Research Wiki
Family Tree
  • Family Tree Views
  • Add Persons to the Tree
  • View My Relationship
  • Record Hints
  • Use Memories to Preserve Ancestor's Life Stories
Additional FamilySearch Instruction
  • Quick Start Learning Lessons
  • Quick Start Lesson Videos
  • PDF Checklists for Quick Start Learning Lessons
  • PDF Checklists for Quick Start Lesson Videos
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Sponsorship
The Church's Sponsorship of FamilySearch