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New GEDmatch Features: Notes, Family Tree Visualizer, and Relaunched Forums

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AUTHOR: The GEDmatch Team

Introducing Notes for Kits and GEDCOMs on GEDmatch!

We’re thrilled to announce an exciting new feature for GEDmatch users—Notes for Kits and GEDCOMs! Designed to enhance your genealogy research experience, this feature helps you stay organized while keeping your insights private.

What’s New?

With the new Notes feature, you can now:

  • Add Private Notes to your own kits or kits that appear in one-to-many results. These notes are accessible only to you.

  • Easily Create Notes with the new "Notes" column, featuring an "Add" button for quick and simple input.

  • Use Formatting Options like bold, italics, strikethrough, and bullet points to structure your information effectively.

  • Track Updates with a clear display of the last updated date on each note.

  • View and Manage Notes with an "Open" link to review details or a trash icon to delete notes when no longer needed.

Why You’ll Love It

  • Stay Organized: Keep track of your research insights and important details for each kit.

  • Preserve Privacy: All notes are fully private—other users cannot see or access what you’ve written, even if they create notes for the same kit.

  • Enhance Efficiency: Consolidate your observations effortlessly with editable, well-structured notes attached directly to your GEDmatch research.

From analyzing your one-to-many results to reviewing your uploaded kits, the Notes feature is here to streamline your genealogy research, making it more intuitive and productive.

Coming Soon

This is just the beginning! We’re excited to expand the Notes feature across other GEDmatch tools in the coming months, giving you even more ways to make your research experience exceptional.

Experience the new Notes feature today on GEDmatch. Start organizing your genealogy discoveries, one note at a time.


See Your Family History in a Whole New Way with the GEDmatch Family Tree Visualizer

We’re thrilled to announce the launch of our GEDmatch Family Tree Visualizer—a game-changing way for genealogy enthusiasts to explore their ancestry like never before. Whether you’re new to tracing your roots or a seasoned genealogist, this dynamic feature makes your family history more interactive, accessible, and visually captivating.

What’s New in the Family Tree Visualizer?

Our new feature brings your family tree to life with advanced tools designed for exploration and discovery. Here’s what you can look forward to:

  • Pedigree & Descendant Layouts

Explore your family tree in two distinct ways. The pedigree view reveals ancestral lines and connections, while the descendant view maps out lineage to showcase generations that follow.

  • Interactive Exploration

You’re in control! Minimize nodes, highlight critical family lines, or hover over individuals to trace intricate connections.

  • DNA Integration

Gain deeper insight into your roots. Special DNA icons indicate individuals linked to DNA kits within GEDmatch, bridging genetic data with family history.

  • Flexible Viewing Options

Choose between horizontal or full-screen modes for a seamless experience. Easily click, drag, and zoom to focus on details that matter most.

  • Enhanced Visualization

Say goodbye to static diagrams. This feature replaces traditional text-based layouts with an intuitive and visually appealing interface. For those who prefer the classic format, it’s still available with just one click.


Introducing the New GEDmatch Forums

We’re thrilled to announce the launch of the new GEDmatch Forums—a more powerful, intuitive platform designed to enhance your genealogy experience. Whether you’re an expert researcher or just starting your family history journey, the GEDmatch Forum is your space to learn, share, and connect with a vibrant community of genealogy enthusiasts.

What’s New in the GEDmatch Forums?

1. Seamless Migration of Previous Content

All your favorite topics, discussions, and insights from the previous platform have been successfully migrated, so no valuable information is lost. Consider this a fresh chapter built on a solid foundation.

2. Enhanced Layout for Better Organization

Our completely redesigned platform features prominently displayed categories, making it easier than ever to find the topics most relevant to your interests.

With detailed statistics on activity, you’ll always see what’s trending or discover a category you might have missed.

3. Continuous Scrolling

Say goodbye to clicking through multiple pages. With our new continuous scrolling feature, you can seamlessly explore threads and discussions without interruptions.

4. Tailored Personalization Options

The new GEDmatch Forums is built for you. Customize your experience with:

  • Profile settings to match your preferences.

  • Notification controls so you’re only alerted about what matters to you.

  • A sleek dark mode option for comfortable viewing, any time of day.

5. Robust Search Functionality

Find the exact information you need with our advanced search tools. Whether you’re looking by keyword, category, user, or topic status (open or closed), our new search system makes results appear instantly. Find relevant content in seconds.

6. Boosting Community Engagement

The GEDmatch Forums isn’t just a place to read—it’s a place to connect and contribute.

  • Effortlessly start new topics in existing categories.

  • Add images, links, and formatting to make your posts stand out.

  • Interact with others through easy-sharing, bookmarking, or flagging posts with intuitive three-dot menus.

Stay active and make meaningful connections while adhering to our community guidelines designed to foster respectful and engaging conversations.

Why Join the New GEDmatch Forums?

This relaunch isn’t just about aesthetics—it’s about creating a forums experience that combines cutting-edge functionality with community values. You’ll have the tools to collaborate, learn, and share your genealogical discoveries like never before.

Don’t Wait to Explore

The new GEDmatch Forums is live, ready for you to explore! Log in today using your same GEDmatch credentials, customize your settings, and jump in the discussions.

Click below to explore the Forums now and take your genealogy research to the next level.

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