Deleting Imported Gedcom
I'm a little confused - some would say, 'so what's new?' :-)I've just downloaded a Gedcom file and imported it into BK (into a new folder so that it does not get included in my database).Anyhow, the...
View ArticleREF field - BK6.2 free
I am using BK v6.2 freeware.On the edit screen for a person, when clicking "Reports/Lists/Reference order display" I get the the message "You do not have anything in the REF: field for anyone.I can't...
View ArticleRe: REF field - BK6.2 free
There is no "free" version of Brother's Keeper. The program is shareware, with some features not being unlocked until the program is registered and paid for.What specific version of BK are you using?...
View ArticleRe: REF field - BK6.2 free
Thanks, sailortech, for the reply. I'm working my way through the "trial" (I mis-spoke "free") version of BK 6.2.80.In your humble opinion - which of the genealogy softwrre choices do you like??
View ArticleRe: REF field - BK6.2 free
I've worked with PAF a bit, Family Tree Maker 2005 (v16) and Brothers Keeper. I'm happy with BK. PAF was limited; and the last years version of FTM was reviewed as really bad.
View ArticleRe: Running Brothers Keeper 5.2G on Windows Vista
I am running Windows Vista and Brother's Keeper ver. 5.2G and have not had any problems. It does have a recommended setting for the monitor and if that is not set correctly, you will have problems.
View ArticleRe: Deleting Imported Gedcom
When BK6 will be closed, you should be able to delete the folder and when you restart your BK6, it should start in the Brother's Keeper original folder.The best way should be to start BK6 with a new...
View ArticleAccessing an unlinked branch as a group
I have a fairly large database which contains information on the genealogies of the members of four American civil war military units; my goal is to discover kinship relations among the members. I have...
View ArticleRe: Running Brothers Keeper 5.2G on Windows Vista
My laptop is showing signs of giving up altogether now. Every 3 months or so I have to replace the invertor to keep the screen illuminated - the repair costs me only £20 but tis becoming more frequent...
View ArticleRe: Running Brothers Keeper 5.2G on Windows Vista
I didn't run my from the CD - I am still using the old floppies. I purchased an external A Drive and use that. Did you try running registry repair pro before installation? Make sure you start with a...
View ArticleRe: Accessing an unlinked branch as a group
Go to Utilities - Flag group - Range of #'s for the group to want.
View ArticleRe: Running Brothers Keeper 5.2G on Windows Vista
Should upgrade to 6.3.13. John is updating with new features montly. Only if we suport him by upgrading with his low cost will he be able to continue with this fine software.
View Articleold value of Brother's Keeper
Hello,My mother uses "Brother's Keeper" software for her geneology. She is very experienced at geneology but still has many many struggles with computers/software. When backing up her work she believes...
View ArticleRe: old value of Brother's Keeper
What version of BK is she using?I am using the current version 6.I been using BK for about 15 years with not problems.Jim
View ArticleRe: old value of Brother's Keeper
I'm also a BK user.As for your questions:1 - yes, it's a long standing program in the field, with regular updates.2 - Define better. If you have some specific requirements, you'd have to state them. 3...
View ArticleRe: old value of Brother's Keeper
Thank-you very much for taking the time to help me, I really appreciate it.To define what Mum uses BK for. Originally she traced the usual decendents on the paternal side and some on the maternal in...
View ArticleRe: old value of Brother's Keeper
Hmm. I'm not seeing anything special or different about the needs for somebody in Australia vs any place else in regards to genealogy programming.BK can create the standard reports (desendent,...
View ArticleRe: old value of Brother's Keeper
Well thanks again. I am now armed with all the information I needed.Didn't hurt a bit.Thankyou
View ArticleRe: how to do a backup
I copied my text files to a 3.5 floopy (years ago) and when I tried to "restore" to the hard drive of a new computer, the text files didn't go. What did you do to retrieve the text files in your...
View ArticleRe: Running Brothers Keeper 5.2G on Windows Vista
My laptop is offically extinct.Anyone got 5.2 running on Windows 7? Offically the rpoblems with old software not being able to run on Vista does nto apply to 7 but would like to hear from someone that...
View ArticleMultiple first names
I have many people who have multiple first names, especially when a descendant uses a last name as a first name. However, BK only looks for the first of the first names.Examples:Martin John Harry...
View Articleout of stack space on Brothers Keeper?
Hi:I'm using BK5 and while entering data,it locked up on me and gave me an error message, "out of stack space". Both the edit page AND the main page are locked up tight. Nothing works. I've got plenty...
View ArticleRe: Running Brothers Keeper 5.2G on Windows Vista
I'm running Vista Home Premium 64-bit and I can't even get the setup program to open. Can you be a little more specific at how you performed the install?Were you logged in as a normal user or with an...
View ArticleRe: Running Brothers Keeper 5.2G on Windows Vista
I have the UAC turned off. As the log in user, I am the Administrator - no other users on my computer. However, I am using Vista - 32 bit, and I see that you have the 64 bit. and that could be the...
View ArticleRe: Running Brothers Keeper 5.2G on Windows Vista
No, you helped quite a bit. You have given me several data points. Thanks for taking the time to reply.Andre
View ArticleRe: Win7
BK works fine on Windows 7. I'm running Windows 7 Professional and have no issues at all.
View ArticleRe: out of stack space on Brothers Keeper?
Greetings, I too am getting an "Out of Stack Space" error message on my new computer where I transferred my database of 136,000+ names to.Must keep rooting,TINY
View ArticleHow to create a GEDCOM from Brothers Keeper
I do not use Brothers Keeper but a cousin in NY does. He would like some help in updating his files, I have sent him a GEDCOM from FTM but apparently is having problems with it. So I asked him for a...
View ArticleRe: How to create a GEDCOM from Brothers Keeper
1. First step Go to "File". Click on it.2. Select Gencom.Click on it.3. Select export. Click on it.4. Select All people. Click on it.5. name the file you are making. type the name of the gencom you are...
View ArticleRe: Running Brothers Keeper 5.2G on Windows 7
First off, why aren't there more recent posts on here. Most, esp. for BK 5.2G is from 2007 and is about running on Windows Vista. Only rare mention of Windows 7.I am running BK 5.2G under Windows 7...
View ArticleRe: Running Brothers Keeper 5.2G on Windows 7
P.S. I forgot to mention that I also prefer 5.2G to 6.x, like many others have stated. I started with BK for DOS around 1990 and then went to 5.2. I have tried 6.x several times but it is too complex...
View ArticleRe: Running Brothers Keeper 5.2G on Windows 7
I upgraded to BK 6 while still running my windows Vista and had no problems at all. At first I kept my BK 5 as well, because there were things I liked better about it, but in time, I found I had all...
View ArticleRe: Running Brothers Keeper 5.2G on Windows 7
Right. I suspect that BK6 is true Windows compatible and therefore runs just fine on 64-bit while BK5 was Win-3.1 (which itself was based on DOS)-compatible and would not run on 64-bit.I also run MYM...
View ArticleRe: Running Brothers Keeper 5.2G on Windows 7
BernieAs I recall, and forgive me, my memory is not that good, but I believe there was an upgrade to the BK 5.2 program after the windows 3.1 that made it compatible with the newer Windows programs. I...
View ArticleRe: Running Brothers Keeper 5.2G on Windows 7
As I said, I started with BK for DOS in 1990 which came on HD 3.5" floppies. Don't know which version # it had. Over the years, Mr. Steed upgraded BK to a Windows version and kept enhancing it to 5.2G...
View ArticleRe: Running Brothers Keeper 5.2G on Windows 7
Yes, I believe it was around 1990, give a year or two, that I was using the Version #4. It was on a floppy and at that time you could store the data on a new floppy and keep the program seperate. That...
View ArticleBrothers Keeper 6.5.17 Number Of People Discrepancy
Hi AllI Have A BK Database Which Says On The Opening Screen It Has 15272 Names & 5153 Families in It - However When I Run The Unlinked Branches Routine It Says Number Of People 15257: Everyone In...
View Articlehelp from john
I need some help.Just in the last half of may or mid june I bought the new version 7 registered version.I had a reg version 6.2 or something like that before.and have the registration # for that one,...
View ArticleBK and GenSmarts
Hello BK users,Have you used a program called GenSmarts? I used it together with BK ver. 6.0, but have learned that it is currently not compatible with BK 7.0. GenSmarts is a research tool...it's...
View ArticleBK 7 will not convert from BK6
I downloaded BK7 and did the convert routine. Time after time I get an error message that it cannot find *.DT6 files in the location specified. They are there. I use BK6 every day; the files are there....
View Articlehow to change file locations
Hello,I have inherited a relative's data and program. I loaded the program (BK5) on my computer. I have the photos and data libraries on the desktop. And, when I enter the program, it looks for...
View ArticleRe: BK 7 will not convert from BK6
Have you contacted the program creator and programmer, John Steed? He is always extremely helpful when I ask him for help. I'd recommend asking John Steed directly.I hope you solved your problem.Joel
View ArticleWant to Create a GEDCOM from old versions of Brothers Keeper?
I was unable to update my Brothers Keeper programs to one that would create GEDCOM files and unable to find a program to do it, so I wrote my own program to do that.My BK version was 4.5 from 1990 so...
View ArticleObjet : how to change file locations
On the main menu, choose files and select utilities and you will find 3 options to correct your problem: - fix text path- fix picture path- fix media path
View ArticleWhere to include a child born to one parent (mother) and adopted by husband
If a child is born to the mother previous to the marriage (with a different man) and then adopted by the woman's husband (after marriage) which family should the child be entered into using Brother's...
View ArticleRe: Where to include a child born to one parent (mother) and adopted by husband
Do you know the father of the child? If so, you can add the father to the mother as you would a spouse. Add the Married Event, but in the Married event dropdown, you can select 'Not Married'. Then you...
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