Online Family Tree
Adding Children

To add a child to your Online Family Tree, follow the instructions below:

1. From the main Online Family Tree page, click the Online Family Tree file you want to view or edit. The Pedigree View of the Online Family Tree will display.
   
   
2. Highlight the individual you want to add a child to by clicking on their name. You will know a person has been highlighted by the change of background color from tan to turquoise.
   
   
3. Click Add from the menu bar. A drop down menu will display. Note: You can also right click on the name you want to add the child to and select Add Child from the drop down menu.
   
   
4. Click Add Child from the drop down menu. An Edit Individual window will launch allowing you to add the child along with any pertinent information regarding the child. Note: You can also access the Edit Individual browser window by double clicking on an individual's name from the ancestry, descendant, or family views.
   
   
5. Fill in all known information in the provided fields.
   
   
6. Click the Save button located at the bottom of the page. The Pedigree Chart will display with the child added.

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