Family Tree Maker – A four-session series

Date: January 16, January 23, January 30, & February 6

Time: 10:30 – 12:00

Presenter: Carol Clemens

Location: ZOOM

Description: A series of 4 online classes helping you make the best use of Family Tree Maker software.

Note: You are signing up and paying for a 4-part course over 4 weeks. The location is ZOOM (Zoom links and handouts are sent to registered parties prior to the sessions)

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Session 1: Overview and the First Steps | January 16

Why use Family Tree Maker 2019 software? What can be produced with it? How do I buy the software? How do I properly do the necessary setup before entering any data into the program? Even if you are currently using FTM, you will learn how the program is organized and the proper setup to get the most from the software. These classes assume you have basic computer skills. The software is available both for MAC and PC users.

Session 2: Getting Started: People and Media Tabs | January 23

Now it’s time to add people; set relationships; add and categorize media; set profile pictures; link media to several people at once; back up your files and more. This class gets you started on the process of documenting your family history with this software. | PREREQUISITE: You must have purchased FTM 2019, installed it on your computer, and done the preliminary required setup covered in class one.

Session 3: Introducing the Web Search | January 30

Learn to search websites through Family Tree Maker, add favorite search sites; add information directly to your tree. Additional information on Media and maps will be included. This is the next step toward creating a finished product.

Session 4: Creating A Final Project: Find and Fix Errors, Get Started With The Publish Tab | February 6

The last step in the process of creating a final project. Participants will learn how to find and fix duplicate information and errors; learn what reports can be created from the software; how participants can share work; and how to create a book.

Cost: $50 for members of Heritage Library; $55 for non-members