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The Secret “Learn More” Link

5/11/2015

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Why Use the "Learn More" Link in Collections?

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For the aspiring to the veteran genealogist, there are few things better than locating a name or key piece of information in a historical record. In those moments we feel our ancestors truly exist.

The breadth of historical records now accessible online is mind-blowing. There’s a new generation of amateur genealogists, including myself, that may happily live their lives without ever using a microfilm reader.

Now, these records are easy to find but sometimes aren’t as easy to understand. To help users navigate a record and have more research opportunities presented to them, FamilySearch . . .

has included a “Learn More” link with every collection. This link is almost always overlooked. Sometimes record hints will bypass the main page of the collection altogether, but for those that want to know a little more about the record they’re using, clicking that link reaps great benefits.

The main page of a collection looks something like this, but without the red circle.  Give this a try. The Collections in FamilySearch hold extensive research information. This "Learn More" link will help in becoming more knowledgeable in using this resource. Give it a try!

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