Family Tree Maker

Family Tree Maker (FTM) is one of the most popular genealogy software programs.

Developed over a number of years and available from both the high street and internet retailers FTM is much more than just a tree building program.

The most recent versions were released in 2005 and 2006 and are known as "Family Tree Maker 2005" or "Family Tree Maker 2006". The very latest version is known as "Version 16".

By carefully selecting the right package it is possible to have a free access period to the Ancestry website, these packages range from a few weeks to several months, to check the latest offers and prices it is advisable to either google for the program or visit some of the online retailers who supply genealogy software.

Features Explained

Details of the main features for the three programs listed above can be seen by selecting the following links;

• Books
  • Free Website Hosting
    • Reports
      • Tree Printing

Program Help and Support

A help section is included with the program, screenshots help to illustrate the various options and submenu selections.

It appears that the online helpcentre is now unavailable, whether this is temporary or not is unknown at the moment. (19/07/2007)

Family Tree Maker Files

Understanding the different file types and creating backup files to protect data is important, the followiing links give detailed information about filetypes, file icons and backing up your files.

• File Extensions and Icons .FTW .FBK .FBC .GED
  • Backing Up Your Files

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