Translating Old Genealogy Records: 20 Top Tools
One of the biggest challenges genealogists face is translating foreign-language records, especially if the handwriting is hard to read. Fortunately, many online tools can help you.
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Searching Records on FamilySearch: Your Complete Guide
Run an expert FamilySearch.org search with these tips for finding your ancestor in the site's billions of records.
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How to Use Search Engines for Genealogy Research
Here are some tips for using search engines effectively for finding valuable information about your ancestors.
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The Best Family Tree Websites Compared: Where to Build Your Tree Premium
Have access to your ancestors anywhere, anytime. These online family tree makers will let you easily store your genealogy research and share it with others.
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Genealogy Software Like a Pro: Expert Tips for Entering Data
Get more from your software with these tips for loading names, dates and places into the most-popular programs: RootsMagic, Family Tree Maker and more.
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The Best Mobile Apps for Scanning Family Photos and Documents
Here are some handy apps to make digitizing your most treasured family photos and documents more seamless.
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Top Websites for Finding State and Local Historical Newspapers
Don’t stop at the big newspaper websites—these smaller state-by-state databases will help you find historical newspapers for your ancestor's hometown.
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How to Find Old Yearbooks and School Records Online Premium
Learn about your ancestors' school days through yearbooks and other school documents. These websites will help you find them.
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How to Link Digitized Records to Your Family Tree
Family history research may lead to many useful documents worthy of saving and sharing. Here's a guide to help add these records to your digital family tree.
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Online Tools for Sharing Family Photos and Stories
There are now more ways than ever to easily share photos and ancestor stories online. From major genealogy websites to lesser-known resources, here's a brief comparison of the options.
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