Importing a Family Tree Maker Into Gramps

Are you looking to transfer your family tree from Family Tree Maker to Gramps? If so, this article will guide you through the process of importing your data into Gramps.

To begin, ensure that your Family Tree Maker file is in GEDCOM format. This file type is compatible with Gramps and can be easily imported. Once you have your GEDCOM file ready, follow these steps:

1. Open Gramps and select the 'Import' option from the main menu.

2. Choose the GEDCOM file that you want to import by selecting it from the 'Found Files' list or by clicking the 'Browse for File' button.

3. Select the genealogy program that your GEDCOM file came from, which in this case is Family Tree Maker.

4. Click on the 'Import Data' option and then select 'Import from RootsMagic 1-7, GEDCOM, or another Program.'

5. Choose the location where you want to save the imported data.

Once the import process is complete, you can link the newly added individuals to those already in your Gramps database by using the 'Add, Spouse,' 'Add, Children,' or 'Add, Parents' commands from the main menu and indicating that the person is already in the database.

It's also important to note that if RootsMagic encounters any unfamiliar data in the GEDCOM file, it will put that data in a 'list file' on your disk in the same directory as the new database. This list file can be used to track any potential errors or inconsistencies in the import process.

Finally, you may want to consider adding a source to every person and event imported from Family Tree Maker to Gramps. This can help to establish the credibility of the information and provide a clear trail of how it was obtained.

By following these steps, you should be able to successfully import your Family Tree Maker data into Gramps.

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