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What happens to sources, memories, notes, the life sketch, and other relationships in Family Tree after a merge?
Sources, memories, notes, and other relationships are merged to the remaining person. The life sketch is not.
What does "This extracted IGI record was used to create this person" mean?
We added extracted records to Family Tree, listing the International Genealogical Index (IGI) record as a source.
How do I handle unfinished attachments in Family Tree?
In Family Tree, look for unfinished attachments. Complete attachments to find or add sources to more of your ancestors.
How do I attach a historical record to a person in Family Tree?
Use the source linker to attach the historical records you find on FamilySearch to a person in Family Tree.
Data Quality Score
The Data Quality Score in Family Tree can give you confidence in the sources and information about your ancestors.
In the source linker, how do I change the focus person to attach sources to other people in Family Tree?
In the source linker, you can change the focus person when attaching a source to a person in Family Tree. You can attach a source to other people who are mentioned in the record, such as parents, children, spouses, or siblings.
The ordinance date in Family Tree does not match what is in my personal records
The ordinance dates in Family Tree are from official sources. The date could be different from what your personal database shows.
How do I search historical records for an ancestor in Family Tree?
While you are working on a person in Family Tree, you can search historical records to find more information and sources.
Can I buy a book listed in the FamilySearch Digital Library or Catalog?
To buy a book listed in the FamilySearch Digital Library or Catalog, we suggest purchasing it through a bookseller or other sources.
Record information about enslavement or emancipation in Family Tree
Use the Other Relationship's edit feature to record dates, places, and sources about the enslavement or emancipation of a person in Family Tree.
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