Merge gedcom file from FTM into FH

[Linda from Murton]

I have both these software on my computer. I have been using FTM but would like to update FH with the additional information gathered on FTM. Can anyone please advise step by step instructions on how to do this please.

[Anne in Carlisle]

You need to create a Gedcom file in FTM (the normal file is not Gedcom)
Save the FTM Gedcom file elsewhere (out of FTM)
Then you need to do a "merge" with FH.
FIRST .... SAVE a separate copy of your current FH files in case it all goes wrong!
Once you know you have a safe copy you can experiment with merging. Why not try practising with the FH sample (Peabody) file before you do the real thing?
Have a look at the Family Historian User Group website (http://www.fhug.org.uk/) where there are all sorts of helpful demos and some willing experts to help in case of problems.
A big tip .... it can take quite a long time to work through all the people an make sure there are no duplicates. Set aside a whole chunk of time because its best to do it all in one go.

Good luck
Anne

[Linda from Murton]

Thank you Anne. Sorry I've just got back to you, been a hectic day. Will give it a go tomorrow. Shall let you know how I get on. Kind regards.

[Linda from Murton]

Well that was painless. All went well. Many thanks for your help.

[Anne in Carlisle]

Great, well done! It won't be so daunting next time.
Anne