Ease of Use:  

With help boxes at every step, Family Tree Maker has a layout and design that will aid any person through their genealogy research no matter how much experience they may or may not have. Already have a family tree set up with another program? No problem. You can import it into Family Tree Maker. The people workspace is a unique feature that is not found with other genealogy software that allows you to have a combined view of the family and pedigree. Even beginning genealogists will find themselves very comfortable in using Family Tree Maker.

Reporting & Publishing:  

There are a wide variety of charts and reports to choose from when printing. Some of the charts to choose from are these:

1. Pedigree
2. Descendant
3. Relationship

To create a personalized chart there are a variety of backgrounds to choose from. For example you may choose a mountain meadow scene, an image of old-town England or you can use your own photo. A picture of your family member may be placed next to their name that will create a meaningful display of your ancestors. Within minutes, you will have an artistic family chart that will be enjoyed by all ages.

Reports can be created for people, relationships, places, media and sources. You may also publish books. Doing so will require that you visit Ancestry Press, the online publishing site.

Help/Documentation:  

By visiting FamilyTreeMaker.com, you will have access to a number of tutorials that can walk you through all of the latest features. You will receive a full length DVD with your software. Built-in prompts will aid you along your path as you create your family history. Online, you can search through the knowledge base for helpful hints of any subject and if that doesn’t help you, there is customer service contact information provided.

Family Tree Maker 2010 is a wonderfully designed program with a database that will inspire any genealogist. The cost is not in the software, but in the membership to Ancestry.com. Whether you are just beginning or have plenty of experience, you will find this software far superior to the other programs. It is fast and easy. Its unique design will get you well on your way to a better understanding of your heritage, and you will find that there are no limits when it comes to ancestry, especially when you are working with Family Tree Maker 2010. Check out our top ranked genealogy software packages for more options.