How to Start a Tree by Uploading from FamilySearch
How to Start a Tree by Uploading from FamilySearch
First, you need to log into FamilySearch.
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Next, you fill in the blanks.
- Enter the FamilySearch ID number (FSID) of the root person of this tree. It will default to your FSID, however, you may enter any FSID for a dead person.
- You may import 4 generations of ancestors and 1 generation of descendants, or 2 generations of ancestors and 2 generations of descendants, or 3 generations of descendants, up to 8 generations of ancestors at a time. Later, you can import more generations by clicking on an end-of-line person and selecting "Download more generations" from the FamilySearch menu.
- Click on the now blue "Import" button.
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You tree will be imported shortly. You will get an email when it is done.