How do I send a message to a family group?

Group members can easily send a message to a family group to coordinate research and other work.

Steps (website)

1. On FamilySearch.org, click Family Tree.
2. Select Family Groups.
3. Click the family group.
4. Click Message Group.
5. In the bottom right of the main chat window, enter your message.
6. Click Send.

The messages appear in each group member's FamilySearch chats.

Steps (mobile app)

1. Sign in to the Family Tree mobile app.
2. Open the menu screen.
   
   • iOS: In the bottom-right corner of the screen, tap the 3 bars.
   • Android: In the top-left corner of the screen, tap the 3 bars.
3. Tap Family Groups.
4. Tap the Family Group you want to message.
5. On the right side of the screen, tap the Chat button.
6. At the bottom of the screen, in the "Send a message" field, enter your message.
7. Tap the send arrow.

The messages appear in each group member's FamilySearch chats.

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