Exporting and Sharing Your Research Data

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 (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.

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

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

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.