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Ahnentafel Numbering Coming to iFamily for Leopard
The upcoming release of genealogy software, iFamily for Leopard looks as though it will include support for displaying Ahnentafel (a.k.a. Sosa-Stradonitz and Kekule) numbering. The post on the iFamily for Leopard Discussion Forums states that the numbers can be displayed in the context diagram and optionally included in ancestor reports.
The image above shows how the numbers appear below the name of the person in each box in the context diagram.
The MacFamilyTree 5.3 Beta Review Process Has Begun
Last night I began the process of reviewing MacFamilyTree version 5.3 beta. As a result, I expect to publish some feature screencasts and glossary entries over the course of the week. I recorded a video of the 3 dimensional “virtual tree” feature this morning. I still need to edit it. I’m planning on publishing it on Monday. All this extra attention on MacFamilyTree means that for a week or so my coverage of Reunion and iFamily for Leopard will decrease.
Don’t be concerned that I’ll let your Mac genealogy needs go unattended. Just as I did with Reunion while reviewing iFamily for Leopard, I won’t ignore the other software. MacFamilyTree has actually been under represented to date, so this review period should balance it all out. There will be plenty of interesting information and videos coming out, even if you don’t use MacFamilyTree. Each of the applications has unique features that you’ll want to see and MacFamilyTree is no different. I think the stunning graphics are reason enough to have a look.
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What Every MacGenealogist Ought to Know About New FamilySearch
What Is New FamilySearch?
The LDS Church has developed a web application to enable people to contribute to and work with interconnected databases of genealogical information. The most significant features of this new system are:
- multiple people can make assertions of facts
- records can include source citations
- temple ordinance features
- a single, linked, pedigree
- the ability to annotate records
- mapping
- synchronization with external genealogy database applications
Is New FamilySearch Compatible with the Mac?
There is a certification program for third-party programs that allows degrees of support. There are currently two Macintosh applications in the certification process: FamilyInsight and GetMyAncestors. Both of these are from Ohana Software. The first is in beta test and allows users to access, update, and synchronize with New FamilySearch. The beta version is available for download for $25 USD. The second is a free, access only product.
Who Can Access New FamilySearch?
Access is limited to LDS members until after all temple districts are online. Once that is achieved, work will begin on making the system available to the general public.