Now that you have had a little time to try WikiTree, here are a few more features you may find useful:
You can find recommended profile formats and tips on writing biographies in Styles and Standards.
To describe an event, an heirloom or a location, you can use a Free Space Profile.
Sometimes you'll run into unresponsive profile managers. See our process for resolving these situations.
If you have questions or problems with WikiTree, including with your GEDCOM, feel free to post a comment on my profile page or send me a private message.
Don't forget to Head over to the G2G forum. and take a minute to introduce yourself in the Tree House or ask a question in any of the other categories. There's also a brickwall tag in the G2G forum: for that "special" ancestor who is eluding you.
You are now a member of the WikiTree Community! Please remember that we are trying to build one Collaborative Global Family Tree which means only one profile per person. It is important to ensure that no duplicates are created and profiles are properly sourced.
To help you get started, check out an introductory WikiTree video that a member created. For member benefits, see our Community Members page.
We also have a Mentor Team who will be glad to answer questions and help you with any specific problems.
There is a great Genealogy 101
references list here: http://www.cyndislist.com/beginners/
. WikiTree is a collaborative site for people of all experience levels.
Please keep in mind that our vision is to build a collaborative tree with just one profile per person, so please make sure to look for duplicates on WikiTree before adding a profile. Thank you for taking the time to go through your gedmatches.
Welcome! As a guest you are encouraged to explore. Our Help pages (upper right) are full of valuable information. The Help Index, Intro to WikiTree, and our G2G forum will answer a lot of your questions. And please, don't hesitate to ask your own questions in G2G. Please read our Honor Code, it's what we're all about. If English is not your first language, here is a link to
WikiTree Language Volunteers.
Please, don't forget to confirm your email address.
If you would like to join us in our effort to grow a FREE Worldwide Family Tree, click the volunteer button and leave a message to that effect.
Now that you have had a little time to try WikiTree, here are a few more features you may find useful:
If you have questions or problems with WikiTree, including with your GEDCOM, feel free to post a comment on my profile page or send me a private message.
Carole Partridge, WikiTree Mentor
I hope you're enjoying WikiTree.
Our vision is to build a collaborative tree. Be sure to look for Duplicates before adding a profile, and always include Sources for your information.
Feel free to check out How To Use WikiTree.
Our Help Index covers topics you may have questions about.
Our G2G Forum is where many of our generous members help each other out.
Visit our "Weekend Chat". Say hello, introduce yourself, and see what other members are up to right now! http://www.wikitree.com/g2g/153968/weekend-chat-all-members-are-invited-5-june-2015
Of course, I'm here to help in any way Im able.
Robert ~ WikiTree Mentor
Just a quick PS
Don't forget to Head over to the G2G forum. and take a minute to introduce yourself in the Tree House or ask a question in any of the other categories. There's also a brickwall tag in the G2G forum: for that "special" ancestor who is eluding you.
if you have pre-1700's ancestors to add please read our Pre-1700 profiles info.
Best Wishes, and have fun adding your leaves and branches!
Fred
You are now a member of the WikiTree Community! Please remember that we are trying to build one Collaborative Global Family Tree which means only one profile per person. It is important to ensure that no duplicates are created and profiles are properly sourced.
To help you get started, check out an introductory WikiTree video that a member created. For member benefits, see our Community Members page.
We also have a Mentor Team who will be glad to answer questions and help you with any specific problems.
Welcome and Enjoy!
Fred
There is a great Genealogy 101 references list here: http://www.cyndislist.com/beginners/ . WikiTree is a collaborative site for people of all experience levels.
I see you have, or plan to upload a GEDCOM. Here are a few quick links that you will find useful, and answer a lot of your questions:
step-by-step of the process including screenshots.
'Before you import a GEDCOM'.
http://breescorner.com/post/115156682471/gedcom-video-tutorial-for-wikitree
Please keep in mind that our vision is to build a collaborative tree with just one profile per person, so please make sure to look for duplicates on WikiTree before adding a profile. Thank you for taking the time to go through your gedmatches.
Good Luck,
Fred
Welcome! As a guest you are encouraged to explore. Our Help pages (upper right) are full of valuable information. The Help Index, Intro to WikiTree, and our G2G forum will answer a lot of your questions. And please, don't hesitate to ask your own questions in G2G. Please read our Honor Code, it's what we're all about. If English is not your first language, here is a link to WikiTree Language Volunteers.
Please, don't forget to confirm your email address.
If you would like to join us in our effort to grow a FREE Worldwide Family Tree, click the volunteer button and leave a message to that effect.
Have Fun!
Fred