> However in going the other way, everything is dependent on me > remembering that file XYZ contains information on GreatX fathers > draft records. HI: How about this: Scan all the records into Family Tree Maker, with each record going under the person's name. Use Scrapbook for documents (draft records, etc.) and photos. Print out all the records and put them into a notebook with the surname. I organize my files under my parents' surnames (mom's maiden name). This is easiest for me and pretty simple. But check cyndislist.com, there is a whole link to organizing your files. Kberry Kdberr1@aol.com