Save and discover useful genealogy resources with this guide to merging duplicate individuals in Family Tree Maker. Duplicate records can occur when the same ancestor is entered more than once, making a family tree harder to manage and research. Merging duplicate individuals allows you to bring related information together, including names, dates, relationships, notes, photographs, and other valuable family history details. Before combining records, it is important to compare the information carefully and confirm that both profiles represent the same person. This guide provides helpful steps for identifying, reviewing, and merging duplicate records while keeping your family tree accurate, organized, and easy to explore.