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Early programmes can only support gedcom version 4 whereas later programmes can use version 5.5, version 4 had just a handful of tags available, version 5.5 has 256. If you have an older software programme it might not be capable of processing an unknown tag and the information will not transfer.<br> | Early programmes can only support gedcom version 4 whereas later programmes can use version 5.5, version 4 had just a handful of tags available, version 5.5 has 256. If you have an older software programme it might not be capable of processing an unknown tag and the information will not transfer.<br> | ||
| − | A list of the latest tags available on v5.5 can be seen at | + | A list of the latest tags available on v5.5 can be seen at[http://ftm.custhelp.com/cgi-bin/ftm.cfg/php/enduser/fattach_get.php?p_sid=d9BKwNDi&p_accessibility=0&p_redirect=&p_tbl=9&p_id=2657&p_created=1124466467&p_olh=0 5.5 tag listing] |
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Missing information and Errors in information
I have exchanged gedcom files with someone but there is missing information from the files
Because every program handles data differently, exporting and importing data via a gedcom does not always transfer data as expected. These small mismatches most commonly occur when an old programme and a newer program are involved.
You may find that the import or export options of your software may need to be changed, please consult the instuctions/help section for your software to verify how to change your import/export options. Datas tags, fields and character sets are the most common causes of a conflict
To verify where the problem occurs try examing the file in text format by opening the file with Noterpad.
Examining the GEDCOM file in Notepad is valuable as a diagnostic step. It will help you determine whether the problem is occurring during export or during import.
To open a GEDCOM file in Notepad, right-click on the GEDCOM file, choose Open With, and then Notepad.
Find an unusual phrase or name that is in the original file, but is missing when you import the gedcom.
Press CTRL-F and type the phrase or name, exactly as it appears in the original file. Search the text (gedcom) file.
If you find the phrase or name you are seeking, the data is being exported properly, and something in the import is causing the problem.
If you do not find the phrase or name you are seeking, the problem is occurring during export.
Tags and Fields Explained
Tags are gedcom codes used to identify what information is being recorded, such as a birth or a date etc.
Tags can be either "abbreviated" or "long". If the gedcom you are using has a setting for abbreviated tags then your software must be capable of handling abbreviated tags. Most programmes can support both types, if you are havimg problems with long or short tags you may need to have a 2nd gedcom file with the correct settings to match your software.
Early programmes can only support gedcom version 4 whereas later programmes can use version 5.5, version 4 had just a handful of tags available, version 5.5 has 256. If you have an older software programme it might not be capable of processing an unknown tag and the information will not transfer.
A list of the latest tags available on v5.5 can be seen at5.5 tag listing
Character Set; Ansel and Ansi Questions
Uploading Problems and invalid gedcom file messages
