Exporting and Sharing Your Research Data
Export analysis results, research plans, and findings as CSV spreadsheets and PDF reports for offline use, archive visits, and sharing with fellow researchers.
Export options in GEDminer
Many GEDminer tools offer export functionality:
- Migration Analysis: Export migration patterns and passenger list candidates as CSV
- Duplicate Finder: Export duplicate pairs with confidence scores
- Plan Generator: Export your research plan as a branded PDF
- Census Toolbox: Export missing census records per person
- Gap Detector: Export timeline gaps for offline research
Look for the download icon button within each tool.
CSV exports for spreadsheets
CSV (Comma-Separated Values) files work with Excel, Google Sheets, and other tools:
- Excel compatible: Files include a BOM character for proper character encoding
- All columns included: Name, dates, places, relationships, and tool-specific data
- Sortable and filterable: Use spreadsheet tools to further organise results
- Combinable: Merge exports from different tools into a master research tracker
CSV is best for data you want to sort, filter, or combine with other information.
PDF research plans
The Plan Generator creates branded PDF reports:
- Professional layout: GEDminer branded header with your tree details
- Prioritised task list: Research items ranked by genealogical value
- Portable: Take to archives, libraries, and family history centres
- Shareable: Send to fellow researchers or family members
- Print-friendly: Designed for A4/Letter printing
Using exports at archives
Prepare for archive visits:
- **Print your research plan**: Know exactly which records to request
- Export census gaps: Take a list of specific census years and individuals to search
- Passenger list candidates: Bring the migration window estimates for immigration record searches
- Note reference numbers: Add archive catalogue references to your exported spreadsheet as you find records
Sharing with other researchers
Exports help collaborate:
- Family members: Share research plans with relatives who can help
- Genealogy societies: Provide your findings to local history groups
- DNA matches: Send relevant research data to newly discovered cousins
- Professional researchers: Give hired genealogists clear, prioritised search targets
Always consider privacy - use Presenter Mode if sharing screens, and be thoughtful about sharing living individuals' data.