RootsMagic 7 has just been released! It’s the latest version of award-winning software that’s been described by Family Tree Magazine as “probably the best all-around genealogy program.” I agree: that’s one reason RootsMagic is also a longtime sponsor of the Genealogy Gems podcast.
Before we tell you all the great features of RootsMagic 7, why are we talking about genealogy software when there are so many online options for building your family tree? Because you should keep your master tree with your own files, not trust it to even the best genealogy websites. Read more on that topic here.
RootsMagic software is known and loved for its ability to help people research and share their family trees. Its innovative features include:
- the ability to move people from one file to another with your mouse,
- a SourceWizard to help you document your work,
- the option to create a Shareable CD to give to family and friends,
- the ability to run RootsMagic off a USB flash drive when you are away from home
- the ability to synch with FamilySearch.org (they’ve actually won an “Easiest to Sync” award from FamilySearch).
What’s New in RootsMagic 7?
RootsMagic 7 adds many new features while making existing features even easier to use. New features include:
- WebHints – The industry’s only multi-platform record hints, providing automatic hinting from both FamilySearch and MyHeritage.
- MyRootsMagic – New accounts that let you easily publish and maintain multiple online trees. Your trees can be public or private (password protected).
- DataClean – Quickly find and fix possible problems with names and places.
- File Compare – Compare any two RootsMagic databases for a side by side comparison. Easily transfer people, names, events, notes, sources, or media between the two files.
- QuickGroups – Instantly add or remove an individual from multiple groups at once.
- Plus dozens of other enhancements and features.
RootsMagic 7 is now available online or by calling 1-800-766-8762. New users can purchase it for $29.95; users of previous versions of RootsMagic and its predecessor Family Origins can upgrade for $19.95.
Want to try out a freebie version first? The popular and FREE RootsMagic Essentials software has also been updated. RootsMagic Essentials contains many core features from the RootsMagic software and the two products are fully-compatible with one another, in case you decide to upgrade. Click here to give it a try.
