If you have ever gone to reserve names for the temple, but couldn't, and instead got the message "possible duplicates exist," this post is for you. It can also get you one step closer to finding more of your ancestors in a more accurate way.
Resolving and merging duplicates can be fraught with anxiety, however merging duplicates, when done right, can actually help the global family tree, and make sure fragmented families are connected.
Now Family Search updated a bit ago, and it has a new, fresh look, and merging is a bit different, so I wanted to share this video that walks you through the changes.
One note. If you make a mistake and merge people that are actually different people, you can reverse that, so it's not something to be afraid of. That being said, it's still important to make sure dates and data match up so you don't merge people who are actually separate people (birth dates can be off by a year because census records can sometimes be off by a year).
This can be done on the Family Search website or the Family Tree Mobile App, however I prefer the website. However, feel free to use whichever you prefer, as the layouts are similar.
As President Nelson said, this is the work of Almighty God, and will help prepare the world for the second coming of our Savior. It is one way of many that we can Let God Prevail in our lives. Here's the Video
If you have never done Family History on Family Search, I've done a 10 Minute Quick Start Guide on another post.
Begin your story at Discover your story on the Family Tree Mobile App, or on the Family Search Website.
Picture of the Logan Utah Temple in Wintertime is courtesy of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
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