We wanted to remind everyone that there are updates to various genealogy software and that sometimes to fix a problem you do need to upgrade to a newer version. Some highlights to share are:
RootsMagic 8
RootsMagic released a new update just this month for its software RootsMagic 8 making 8.5.0.0 the current up-to-date version. This update adds Publisher to create books and made several other fixes. See the version history on Wiki. Besides the pay version there is also a free version called RootsMagic Essentials. There is a comparison chart to see the differences. RootsMagic 8 runs on both Windows and Mac.
If you have had any issues after a windows system update, check the RootsMagic blog for some tips and suggestions of what to do which may solve your problems.
If you have been waiting on a sale in order to purchase RootsMagic or any other genealogy tree software, then register for the free RootsTech 2023 virtual conference. Many of the conference vendors have sales during the conference. And many genealogy software vendors will be participating.
Family Tree Maker 2019
Despite being in the middle of a war zone since February 2022, Software MacKiev has now released two free updates for Family Tree Maker 2019 with the latest version 24.2 (build 532) having been released this month as well. The prior update in August 2022 fixed (among other things) the Ancestry login issue.
Make sure you are signed up for Family Tree Maker's mail list so you get the news when updates are released. MacKiev is still supporting Family Tree Maker 2017 but an additional update to fix its login issue has not been released yet. You can keep track of the latest version of each program (FTM2017 and FTM2019) here. At this time, to fix the login issue of FTM2017 the answer is to upgrade to FTM 2019 if you do not want to upgrade the answer is wait. If you select the link to upgrade to FTM2019 in that support article the upgrade price is on sale for $29.95 which is a good price.
Again Software MacKiev is usually a vendor at the RootsTech conference so check them out in the Expo Hall.
Remember, RootsMagic and Family Tree Maker are the only two genealogy software programs that sync with Ancestry online member trees. The programs sync in different ways so read and view videos to understand how they work and affect your tree so you can decide which program you prefer.
Family Tree Maker works with two plug-ins, Family Book Creator and Charting Companion. Both of which are separate companies whose software have versions that work with some other genealogy software as well. If you use either of these programs/plugins, check their websites for details on upgrading your genealogy software and how it might affect their program/plugin. Sometimes you may just have to reload the program/plugin but occasionally you might have to upgrade their program/plugin in addition if you upgrade your genealogy software.
Legacy Family Tree 9
Legacy's most recent version is 9.0.0.414 for Legacy 9. There is a features list on the website; and a variety of webinar videos many of which are free on Family Tree Webinars.
Ancestral Quest 16
Incline Software's Ancestral Quest 16's current build 11 was released in March 2022.
MyHeritage's Family Tree Builder 8
Though it is hard to locate, the current version of Family Tree Builder 8 is 8.0.0.8636 which seems to have been released in November 2022.
Family Historian 7
When we last updated our genealogy software handout, Family Historian 7 was not released yet. There is upgrade pricing, which varies, for versions 6 and 5. There are a variety of options to learn what is new with version 7 and how the program works.
Brother's Keeper 7.5
A shareware software, Brother's Keeper has been updated since our prior handout. The latest version 7.5 was released in December 2022. The program is still lagging behind in looks and features.
MacFamilyTree 10
Synium's MacFamilyTree Version 10 was released one year ago, with an update released in November 2022. It is a Mac only program.
Reunion 13
Leister Pro's Reunion software is version 13. Its latest update is as of October 2022. It is a Mac only program.
We hope this helps you explore your genealogy program options. We will see what gets announced during the RootsTech 2023 conference coming up very soon.
See you very soon at our favorite library!
LE
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