Labs is where FamilySearch can share new and potential site features with users before they are released generally. It gives users a chance to see what is being worked on and to provide feedback. All of the products and features on the Labs website are experimental. The products and features are not guaranteed to be available or may not function correctly.
What is an experiment?
Experiments are features that a team within FamilySearch is working on. Often, it is a feature that is just about ready for release. Sharing it in Labs allows developers to see it "in the wild" before it is fully released to the general public.
How it works
After you choose which experiment you want to try, simply move the toggle to on. The experimental features will now be live in your browser. If you decide you don’t want to use the experimental features anymore you can toggle it off.
Since these experiments are not yet live on the site, support is limited. Also keep in mind that some feature functionality may be buggy or incomplete.
Providing Feedback
There is a Feedback button on the left side of the screen on the main Experiments page. Use that button to provide feedback about the Labs experience in general.
There will also be a way to provide feedback within each experiment. Sometimes it will looks the same as the general feedback option. Sometimes it will look different. All feedback will be carefully reviewed. Your opinion is very much appreciated!
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How do I find FamilySearch Labs?
FamilySearch Blog Article: Introducing FamilySearch Labs