Issue 34.10
The new FamilySearch program is updated usually every three months. In the August 2010 release, the system no longer allows you to add new disputes. The system has been translated into Russian and Italian. You will also see tutorials, updates to the Temple Ordinances list, and some changes that help people enter names of Asian ancestors.
My favorite change is that the dispute feature is being removed from the system. As a first phase, you can no longer add a new dispute. You can still see disputes that were previously entered. You can edit the notes of disputes that you added. You can also still remove your own disputes. Eventually, all of the disputes in the system, including their notes, will be moved to the discussion boards. Instead of using disputes, you are encouraged to work with other contributors to correct information.
You can work with a contributor directly. Click a contributor’s name to see if he or she has provided contact information. You can also identify your concerns on the ancestor’s discussion board. To see the discussion board, click the ancestor’s name to display the complete details. Then click Discussions, which is located in the lower-left side of the details.
Eventually a feature will be added so that you will be notified when someone adds a comment to your discussion. This will hopefully be in the November update.
You can now use tutorials to learn how to use the system. You can get to the list of tutorials in several ways: 1-On the Home page, click Learn How to Use FamilySearch. 2- Click any Help or Help with This Page link. Then click Tutorials and guides, which appear at the bottom of the help panel. 3- On the Home page, click Help Center, then click the Training & Resources tab.
New FamilySearch is found at https://new.familysearch.org This web site has three main goals: 1- Reduce the duplication of ordinances and research. 2- Simplify the process of preparing names. 3- Provide a way for families to work together to find, organize, and link their ancestors into families.
Shanna Jones is a professional genealogist. For additional information, Shanna can be reached at (435) 628-4900 or shannasjones@msn.com.
Shanna, I was passing through St.George,Utah and saw your article in the paper”100 most popular Genealogy websites”, However it only has the first 30. Where can I get the remaining 70. I have since left town. Thank you Richard Munck
Hi Richard,
On the Senior Sampler homepage, down the left hand side are a list of writers where you can find their old articles archived. Click on Shanna Jones and scroll through the article titles until you arrive at the one you’re looking for.
Many thanks, enjoy!