In a message dated 1/27/02 6:55:39 PM Eastern Standard Time, mcread1@juno.com writes: > I have all my records in the Roots3 program. I want to transfer them > from Roots3 on my computer to my new program Family Tree Maker - ON MY > Computer. Then do away with Roots3. Can I do this? I know I could send > it via GEDCOM to someone else, but can I GEDCOM it to MYSELF, but a > different program. > Hi, I have The Master Genealogist (TMG). You can import directly into the TMG without using GEDCOM. I also have The Family Tree. Let me know if you would like more information. There is a support group that will help walk you through the process. DO NOT erase your ROOTS 3 until you are completely happy. Kathie Mirabella Macoupin County, IL Mail List Manager http://www.rootsweb.com/~ilmacoup/macoupin.htm