I have been reading through the threads relevant to choosing a software programme.
I have about 500 pages of narrative in WORD, and my rellies are having trouble understanding my charts, so I need something to make it more comprehensible in that respect. (I don't personally feel that I am missing anything, for my own needs, but I guess it's time to spring for a programme so that other people can follow me better.)
The last entry on this subject was over a year and a half ago. Things change. I would like to know if anyone would like to revise or add to the opinions already expressed, particularly in light of what I think I would be looking for.
I would like something that can handle infinite generations and numbers of people, some photos, lots of 'notes', allows for rearranging the data for different purposes, allows for portions to be emailed intact as attachments, use of colours in text, source footnotes of unlimited length (very important), has good technical support (I am not very clever with software), will accommodate growing and changing needs over time, and probably some other things I can't remember!
I am not so much concerned about the price. I just want to get the right one. I am a very thorough researcher, no stone unturned etc., and will no doubt not be satisfied for long with something that has significant limitations. On the other hand, I'm not particularly interested in "extras" that are more cute than useful.
From what I have read on these threads, the major contenders appear to be: The Master Genealogist, Legacy, Rootsmagic, Family Tree Maker, and Family Historian, but I am not clear about the differences among them.
Can you help me distinguish among these?
It would be really helpful if you could explain why you chose the one you have, and why you still think it is the best programme for you, and also what is the limitation (if any) of the one you are using and are reasonably happy with.
Much appreciated!
