What Is a GED File?
The GED, or GEDCOM, file types are used by a number of programs for the entry, viewing and storage of genealogical data. GEDCOM is a standard file type for creating family trees with familial relationships.
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Definition
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GED and GEDCOM file types stand for Genealogical Data Communication. These files store data in standard ANSI format, and their raw data can be read in any text editor.
Programs
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There are a number of programs that allow users to create, analyze or view files with the .ged extension, including GenealogyJ, GEDitCOM for Macintosh and WinGed.
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Features
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Aside from being able to represent a basic family tree, GED files allow users to store information about events in the lives of people and families and information on sources of data.
Structure
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GEDCOM files consist of a header, body and a trailer. Each line contains one piece of data regarding an individual, family or event.
Considerations
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If you have GEDCOM files but do not wish to buy software to view and edit them, there are a number of free programs that convert GEDCOM files to HTML pages or spreadsheets.
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Comments
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I would like help finding a program that will read my GED files and allow me to transfer the info to my new webpage without typing it all again...is there such a program?
