

In the new window that opens, enter a name for your GEDCOM file, choose the location where you want to save it, and click Save.Ĩ. Tip : For a password to be secure, it should generally be at least eight characters long and contain digits as well as letters.ħ. You, or anyone you give the file to, will have to enter exactly the same password when unpacking the exported ZIP file containing your tree. If you want to protect your exported tree with a password, select the Export as password-protected ZIP file checkbox, and then enter and confirm the password you want to use. Include only items linked to selected individuals. (This option will be available only when exporting selected individuals.) Select this checkbox to export only facts, notes, and links to media items that are connected to the individuals you’re exporting.ĥ.Private notes. Select this checkbox to export notes marked as private.Private facts. Select this checkbox to export facts marked as private.Select the Private media checkbox if you also want to include links to media items that are marked as private. Media files. Select this checkbox to export links to media files in your tree.Surnames and relationships will be exported, but first and middle names, facts, and shared facts will not. Privatize living people. Select this checkbox to exclude information about living individuals. Choose the information you want to include in the exported file: Choose a GEDCOM option from the Output format pop-up menu.Ĥ. When you’re finished choosing individuals, click OK.ģ. Click a name and then click Include to add the person. If you want to choose specific individuals to include in the file, click Selected individuals.If you want to export the entire tree, click Entire file.Select the Do not show this message again checkbox if you want to skip the message in future. Click Continue to proceed. Note: When you open the Export window for the first time, you will see a message about password protection of your exported files. Choose Export from the File menu. The Export window opens. If you do, follow the steps in the "Transferring media" section below before you export your GEDCOM file.ġ. How do I export a file in GEDCOM format in Family Tree Maker?įirst you need to decide whether you want to include any media linked to the tree together with the GEDCOM file. GEDCOM stands for GEnealogical Data COMmunications it allows genealogy files to be opened in any genealogy software program on a Mac or PC. This format allows different family tree software applications to understand and open the same family tree file, bypassing the differences in coding that would normally prevent sharing. If your great-aunt doesn't use the same software you do, for example, you’ll need to share your family history with her in GEDCOM format. Export and Import of GEDCOM Files in Family Tree Maker for Mac
