Download a tree from Ancestry to FTM 2017 & 2019 for Mac.
You can download a tree from Ancestry using FTM 2017 or 2019 for Mac. This will easily sync platforms, your family history records, photos, and documents are readily available in both Ancestry and FTM. Learn in this article the easy way to download a tree to FTM 2017 & 2019 for Mac.
The following are the instructions to download a tree from Ancestry to FTM 2017 & 2019 for Mac:
- Open FTM on Your Mac: Launch Family Tree Maker and verify that you are signed into your Ancestry account through the program.
- Select ‘Download a Tree from Ancestry’: Upon login, you will go to the ‘File’ menu and select the option stating “Download a tree from Ancestry”.
- Choose Your Tree: You should now see a window that displays all the family trees associated with your Ancestry account. Select a tree to download.
- Set Sync Preferences: You will be asked to set your syncing preferences. From there, you could choose the ones appropriate for your preference automatic syncing or manual updating.
- Begin the Download: Click on ‘Download Tree’ to start the process. Depending on the size of your tree, this may take a few moments.
- Verify the Download: Once the download is complete, your tree will be fully accessible in FTM, complete with all the attached media, facts, and sources from Ancestry.
Conclusion
Downloading a tree to Family Tree Maker 2017 or 2019 for Mac from Ancestry will sync research across platforms. It is in this way and with others that data stays up-to-date on both Ancestry and Family Tree Maker.
FAQs:
Can I download more than one tree?
You can download more than one tree.
Are downloaded trees synchronized automatically?
It actually depends on your preferences.
Does all the media from the Ancestry site get downloaded?
Yes, The download will include all of the media.
Can I download a tree if I am not a subscriber?
You do have to be a subscriber.
Does FTM 2019 work using the most current MacOS?
Yes, It is compatible with the most current version.