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== .FBK Files ==
 
== .FBK Files ==
  
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[[Image:The FBK RED Icon.jpg|250px|thumb|The .FBK File Icon]]
  
 
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This is the file extension for backup files. Every time you close the program (or open a new file), Family Tree Maker will automatically make a backup copy of your current Family File using this file extension.
  
 
== .FBC Files ==
 
== .FBC Files ==

Revision as of 09:01, 7 July 2007

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Family Tree Maker uses the different file formats and icons, depending on how you save your files to your pc the files and their icons will appear in a folder or on your hard drive or desktop.


.FTW Files

The .FTW File Icon


The blue icon denotes an .FTW file. This is the standard Family File extension and all Family Files you create will have this extension. This is the file you work with and is the one that opens each time you start Family Tree Maker.




.FBK Files

The .FBK File Icon

This is the file extension for backup files. Every time you close the program (or open a new file), Family Tree Maker will automatically make a backup copy of your current Family File using this file extension.

.FBC Files

.GED Files